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Your Cavallo News – Early July, 2026
“Just like us, horses feel the difference between comfortable footwear and uncomfortable footwear. When their feet are comfortable, they can stop thinking about every step and simply enjoy the journey with you.”
— Carole
Warning: Jack the Magnificent Has a Corny Knock-Knock Joke!
But don’t worry—it’s delightfully short. Just like Jack!
Jack: “Knock, knock!”
You: “Who’s there?”
Jack: “It’s Jack.”
You: “Jack who?“
Jack: “Jack-et On… Put your jacket on! And while you’re at it, put my CLB Boots on me, too! We’re going out for a walk!” 😂
Jack loves to joke in his own way. If you’ve spent time on horsey social media, you’ve almost certainly met Facebook sensation, Jack the Magnificent. This pint-sized superstar has charmed thousands of fans with his cheeky grin, hilarious antics, colourful costumes, CLB Hoof Boots and larger-than-life personality.
Ironically, it’s that same mischievous personality that nearly cost Jack everything! Before becoming a social media sensation, he had been rehomed five times. Too clever, too cheeky, and always looking for his next adventure, Jack proved to be more miniature comedian than miniature horse—and he was running out of people willing to take him. Then he met Rose Johnson, who immediately saw what others had missed: Jack wasn’t “too much”… he was simply “magnificent”.
Today, Jack and Rose are inseparable, bringing smiles wherever they go—both around their hometown of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and to fans across the globe. Many followers even describe Jack as a virtual emotional support animal, because his joyful spirit has an extraordinary knack for brightening even the toughest day. And if you ask us… the world could always use a little more Jack.
Watch the Beautiful Story of Jack and Rose:
A Lame Horse & A Pair of Boots… One Incredible Before & After.
Dixie’s Story… Before: “Ouch.”
After? “Wheeeee!”
“I took in a neglected horse (Dixie) who has been having serious lameness for the past month. I got her Purple Trek Boots today and just put them on her. She took two reluctant steps like she was used to the pain, and then just took off running! I haven’t seen her move like this since I got her. You could see the joy coming off of her – she was bucking, rearing, and rolling! What an answer to prayer!”
– Rachael Cota
Stories like Dixie’s showcase how Cavallos can make such a dramatic difference for horses with sore feet. Every step a horse takes sends tremendous forces through the hoof. When the sole is bruised, thin, inflamed, or recovering from injury, even regular ground can become painful. Comfy Cavallo Boot soles as a protective barrier between the hoof and the terrain, reducing concussion, cushioning impact, and helping distribute weight more evenly across the entire hoof instead of concentrating pressure on already-sensitive areas.
By making each step more comfortable, horses are often willing to move more freely again, and movement is truly one of the hoof’s greatest allies! As the hoof naturally loads and unloads with every stride, structures such as the frog and digital cushion help absorb shock and promote healthy blood circulation within the foot. That circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to living tissues, supporting hoof growth and repair.
And when pain is reduced, we see horses like Dixie begin moving again with greater confidence, creating that winning cycle of comfort, movement, circulation, and healing.
Cavallo Boots aren’t a cure for the underlying causes of lameness, but they provide the protection and comfort many horses need to stay mobile during a prescribed rehabilitation plan and to better recover under a veterinarian or trimmer/farrier’s guidance.
The Secret Comfort You Can’t SEE… But Your Horse Can FEEL.
Hidden inside some lucky horses’ Cavallo Hoof Boots is a quiet little hero…
Cavallo Hoof Boot Pad insoles help cushion sensitive hooves, soften concussion, and add blissful comfort exactly where it’s needed most—whether your horse is riding, recovering, transitioning to barefoot, or simply needs a little extra support.
They’re also a brilliant way to snug up your horse’s hoof boot fit after a fresh trim, helping maintain a secure, comfortable fit throughout your equine’s trim cycle.
Perfect for rocky trails, hard ground, travel, rehabilitation, or anytime your horse could benefit from extra cushioning, they’re one of those small accessories that make a remarkable difference.
Every Cavallo owner should keep a pair on hand—you never know when your horse will thank you for them!
Here’s a quick guide to our different hoof boot pad styles and how each one helps horses put their best hoof forward:
💛𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo Comfort Pads are one of our most popular hoof boot pad options, and for good reason! Made from a unique polymer cushioning compound, these beauties help absorb shock and concussion while adding soft, reliable support inside the boot. They’re an all-around pad, great for riding, turnout, trailering, rehabilitation, or time spent stalled. They can also help improve boot fit after a fresh trim.
Comfort Pads are 5 mm thick, fit sizes 0-6, and can be used on their own or doubled up for added cushioning.
❤️ 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo Enhanced Protection Gel Pads are a great choice for rehabilitation and therapeutic support!
Each pad is made from a 5 mm specially formulated thermoplastic elastomer designed to provide exceptional comfort and support. The gel material helps cushion the hoof during transitions from shoes to barefoot, during turnout, or while recovering from injury. Because of its pliable nature, the gel can move into the sole cavity, which can help stimulate circulation and support overall hoof health. Gel Pads can be used on their own or paired with Cavallo Comfort Pads for added padding.
*Please note: Gel Pads are intended for temporary therapeutic use. If used regularly for riding, they may need to be replaced sooner than other pad styles.)
🤍 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo Support Pads are designed for horses that need extra support and comfort on hard or rough terrain! These pads are made from a specially formulated industrial-grade thermoplastic urethane (TPU) compound that helps absorb shock while improving comfort underfoot. The material uses the same core components as Cavallo boot soles, but in a softer formulation that provides more flexible support.
Support Pads are 5 mm thick and are useful for hard trails, rough surfaces, and improving boot fit after a fresh trim.
🧡 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo Cushion Pads are made from a high-tech microcellular foam compound, ideal for acute Laminitis cases or where instant cushioning is needed. Often used for Navicular, Laminitis/Founder, thin soles, abscesses, and more, these short-term therapy pads provide comprehensive comfort.
Cushion Pads for Cavallo boot sizes 0-6 are available in 5 mm and 10 mm thicknesses. Draft horse BFB sizes (7-10) are also available in 10 mm thickness
💡 𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? The Cavallo Cushion Pad is also available in a 5 mm thickness, specifically designed for our mini CLB boots and our LEB donkey boots! Cushion pads are lightweight, easy to use, and provide soft, immediate support for sore or sensitive hooves.
🩵 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo High Tenacity Protection Pads are designed specifically for shod horses.
Made from a durable Kevlar-type anti-abrasion material, these pads create a protective barrier between the boot and your horse’s metal shoe. Protection Pads help protect boot soles from excessive wear caused by nail heads or studs. Protection Pads can be used on their own or layered over another pad style for added comfort.
They are available in sizes 0-6 and 7-10 for use with Cavallo BFB boots.
🖤 𝗖𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗕𝗙𝗕 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗱𝘀
Cavallo BFB Poly Pads are similar to Cavallo Comfort Pads and are made from a specially formulated industrial-grade polymer compound. They help absorb shock and add comfort for riding, rehabilitation, turnout, and general everyday use. These pads are made to fit perfectly inside Cavallo BFB “Big Foot Boot” hoof boots in sizes 7-10.
Still not sure which pad to choose for your horse? No worries, give our office a call at 1-877-818-0037, or check out the article below for more information: https://cavallo-inc.com/faq/cavallo-hoof-boot-pads/
So…Which Cavallo Hoof Boot Pad is Your Equine Asking For?
Greg Answers All your Cavallo Hoof Boot Pad Questions!
Here’s a video made by our wonderful Cavallo CEO, Greg Giles, who worked to develop our diverse line of Cavallo Hoof Boot Pads:
Wishing you many happy trails,
Carole Herder
President and Founder of Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc
Founder of Cavallo Hoof Boots, and a lifelong advocate for better, kinder hoof care.
For over two decades, I’ve worked to challenge traditional thinking and create solutions that support both performance and well-being—helping horses move freely and comfortably around the world.
This journey continues to be shaped by the horses themselves.
