Educational Articles and Resources

Horse training in round pen, ideal for Cavallo hoof boots and equine gear safety.

Cavallo Q&A: Veterinary Help for Hooves

Not All Trails are Happy Once upon a time, our daily customers were pleasure riders, heading out into the trails. Now, I’m proud to say, Cavallo Boots are also counted on by tens of thousands of horse owners every year who use our boots for tough hoof rehab situations. Here’s a quick Q & A […]

Close-up of horse hoof, showcasing Cavallo hoof boot compatibility for optimal equine hoof protection and care.

Say Hello to Healthy Heel Bulbs!

– By Carole Herder Heel Bulb Injuries Can Run Deep Does your horse have healthy heel bulbs? Heel-bulb wounds and injuries are common among horses. Kicks, entanglement with wire fencing, rope abrasions, and protruding objects in a stall are but a few of the causes. Self-inflicted wounds caused by interference or over-reaching can also cause […]

Various Cavallo hoof boots on gravel, showcasing colorful equine gear options for horse care.

12 Things to Consider When Buying Quality Hoof Boots

This checklist will help you make the right decision when buying quality hoof boots for your equine companion! While there are many reasons to boot your horse, you have an important decision to make – which hoof boots should you purchase? You can look to social media, product reviews or online forums to determine the […]

Close-up of a horse's hoof, showcasing natural hoof structure, ideal for Cavallo hoof boots fit and equine care.

What’s All this Talk About White Line Disease?

By Carole Herder It’s All About Survival Without good feet, horses do not survive. They are prey animals, and if they cannot run away, they do not make it. While there are no crouching tigers around, ready to pounce, paying attention to healthy hooves is as essential today as it ever was. It may be […]

Illustration of horse hoof anatomy and a cone shape, useful for Cavallo hoof boots fitting and equine care education.

Sustaining the Hoof – Managing Underrun Heels

Underrun heels are a degenerative condition when the heel wall angle is less than that of the toe wall. The heel distorts inward and under the hoof rather than slanting outward towards the back. Contrast this to a healthy hoof. In a healthy hoof, the heel is on an angle away from the toe. This […]

Pony wearing Cavallo hoof boots in a paddock, showcasing equine gear for versatile horse training and care.

A Barefoot Show Horse? Can you Really Have it All?

Show Training your Barefoot Horse on All Terrain is Possible! I love getting questions from you all in response to the fun newsletters we send out. This Summer, someone who enjoys driving with their miniature horses asked about how to keep them barefoot. They want to keep their minis’ hoofs as healthy and natural as […]

A woman joyfully lies beside a horse wearing Cavallo hoof boots, showcasing equine comfort and care.

Corona Chaos or Calm? Let your Horse Help You Choose

Let your Horse Help You At Cavallo, we chat with horse people all day and it seems most of us are doing pretty well. We live in the country and enjoy a rural setting. We all have our animals to keep us from feeling too much isolation. Let your horse help you! They are often […]

Woman embraces donkey, showcasing Cavallo hoof boots, equine care, gear, and horse welfare essentials.

Megan Hensley the “Donkey Farrier” Joins Cavallo!

Queen of the “Long-Eared” Crowd There’s a new member of our Cavallo Team and we can’t wait to tell you about “The Donkey Farrier”! Megan Hensley is known as “The Donkey Farrier”. Based in Fortuna, California, Megan offers in-person trimming sessions for donkeys and mules. She’s also well-known for her online courses, sharing her expertise […]

Equine hoof care in progress, using Cavallo hoof boots for optimal protection and comfort.

Contracted Heels 101

Hoof Contraction – A Common Sight The appearance of a contracted hoof is so typical that it can be considered the norm. The hoof looks long and narrow, particularly towards the back half. The heels look like they pinch together, squeezing the bulbs and frog. The heels curve in like hooks, towards the frog, creating […]

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