Trek Hoof Boot
A tough, flexible boot for trail, turnout and rehabilitation. Several of the navicular owners in our guide use it with a pad for extra cushioning.
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Cavallo Hoof Boots for Navicular
Cushioned, removable support that protects the sole on hard or rocky ground, for turnout, trail riding and rehabilitation. If you have been searching for shoes for a navicular horse, start here: a boot you can take off again is a different kind of tool.
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Boots for Every Size
Minis, drafts and donkeys have their own boots, each on its own page.
Not sure of your horse’s size? Measure after a fresh trim and check the fit as the hoof grows.
Pad sizes follow the boot size. Layers can be stacked for tailored support. How to Measure
Pastern Wraps
Sit above the boot and add a layer of protection and comfort over the pastern and heel bulbs.
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Comfort Sleeves
The same comfort while a horse is breaking in boots, or wearing them for longer.
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A Riding Boot That Doubles as a Therapy Boot
Cavallo Hoof Boot customers have enjoyed the peace of mind of having a dual-purpose hoof boot, one that can handle the toughest of trails yet do double duty as a highly effective therapy boot for navicular syndrome or any hoof ailment or emergency if ever needed.
Key Benefits of Cavallo Boots for Hoof Recovery
- Shock Absorption. The slightly raised rim offsets pressure on tender soles, reducing pain and discomfort.
- Encourages Circulation. Cavallo Boot design promotes natural blood flow, essential for healing and hoof health.
- Reduces Strain on Ligaments & Tendons. Providing comfort and stability, they help prevent further stress on affected areas.
- Protection & Comfort. An ideal transition from metal shoes to barefoot, minimizing sensitivity and supporting rehabilitation.
- Versatile & Practical. Suitable for turnout, trail riding, and rehabilitation, so your horse stays active and comfortable.
- Support for Various Hoof Conditions. Helps manage abscesses, injuries, laminitis, and general hoof soreness with ease.
Unlike traditional bar shoes that restrict hoof expansion, Cavallo Boots enable natural mechanics, helping to prevent further structural damage. Whatever you choose for a navicular horse, talk it through with your veterinarian and farrier.
Using Your Boots
Wearing Boots with Confidence
Short, practical steps. Always follow your veterinarian’s advice for your horse.
Measure After a Fresh Trim
Check the fit as the hoof grows, and introduce the boots gradually.
How to MeasureCheck for Rubbing
After use, look at the heel bulbs, pasterns and hoof for rubbing or pressure.
Hoof Care, Footing and ExerciseTake Them Off Regularly
If boots are worn for turnout or extended periods, remove them so the hoof and boot can be cleaned, dried and checked.
Questions Shoppers Ask
Before You Buy
How Do I Measure My Horse?
Measure immediately after a fresh trim. The measuring guide walks through it step by step.
Can My Horse Wear Boots All Day?
If boots are worn for turnout or extended periods, remove them regularly so the hoof and boot can be cleaned, dried and checked.
Do Hoof Boots Cure Navicular?
No. A hoof boot is a tool: a way to protect and cushion the foot and sometimes help a sore horse move with more confidence while the larger management plan does its work. What Else Helps: Read the Guide
Are Boots an Alternative to Shoes for a Navicular Horse?
Some owners use removable boots and pads where others would reach for shoes, because a boot can be taken off for cleaning and hoof checks and added only when the horse needs it. The right choice depends on your horse, so decide it with your veterinarian and farrier.
Which Pad Should I Choose?
Gel pads increase circulation and cushioning, comfort pads absorb shock, and cushion pads are for horses with extreme tenderness.
Want the Full Picture First?
The Complete Guide to Navicular Disease
Signs, causes, diagnosis, hoof care and everyday support, written to help you decide what your horse needs. Boots are one part of that plan.
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