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Transitioning Out of Metal Shoes? At Cavallo, we spend much of our day helping conscientious horse owners, who are ready to make a life-saving commitment to their horse by removing metal horseshoes for good. The freedom to be barefoot and booted is the gift of comfort, protection and respect for what nature intended. Remember, horses…
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Western Kentucky University Research Recommends Cavallo Trek Hoof Boots for Hoof Protection, Traction, and Reduced Pressure. Dr. Jennifer Gill and Gabriella Lynn of the Western Kentucky University Equine Science Department have just completed the first independent university study comparing hoof boots to traditional metal shoes. They chose their preferred boots, Cavallos, for this study. Results…
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Who Said Lockdown Can’t be Cute? At Emma Massingale’s, the little guys are keeping themselves amused in the garden while they’re are all on lockdown! For your daily dose of cuteness you can follow the mini team on Instagram @little_shets Starring Albert, Ernie, Percy…and Luigi! Monty Roberts, The Movement: Update: From Monty’s website, an update…
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By Carole Herder Your horse’s hoof consists of alive and organic substances, which means the cellular structure that makes up the hoof tissue can continually rejuvenate and regenerate. Nothing about a hoof abscess needs to remain a problem when providing proper circumstances for healing. Changing your horse’s conditions, both internally and externally, can present a…
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Cavallo Hoof Boots Proven to Minimize Load Impact A recent study announced that Cavallo Hoof Boots have been proven to minimize load impact. Western Kentucky University recently conducted a study to determine Cavallo Trek boots‘ effect on hoof pressure distribution. Science student, Gabriella Lynn, chose Trek boots precisely due to the full coverage of the…
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A Conclusion you can Jump to So, you Want to Jump in your Cavallo Hoof Boots? Jumping is a multifaceted sport. Success requires harmonization of both horse and human bodies, individually and collectively. Rewarding when accomplished with finesse and agility. Life-threatening when uncoordinated and clumsy. Have you ever watched, in dumbfound awe, at the magic…
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Circulation – Keep it Flowing! When balancing minerals to build the best hoof, there are a few things to consider. We now understand that hooves are blood pumping devices meant to circulate blood in throughout the hoof and back up to the heart. This is a full circulatory system. A fully functioning nutritional arrangement that…
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Want to give your horse a treat while trailering? Travel Well, Travel Safe, Travel Protected. Did you know that more than 50% of the injuries horses sustain in transportation are to the lower limbs? Ranging in severity, from treatable surface wounds to irreparable impairment, the main causes are scrambling, loss of balance, and conflict with…
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Safety and Peace of Mind on the Road Cavallo CLB offers safety and comfort while driving. Your mini’s hoof is well protected while on asphalt and other driving surfaces. CLB (Cute Little Boot) soles are made from reliable TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethane). TPU is is known for its ability to grip to slick surfaces. It also…
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