Your Cavallo News – September 2026


“There is something deeply humbling about being trusted with the comfort of an equine, whether they stand eighteen hands tall or barely reach your waist, whether they are a horse, pony, donkey or mule. Every hoof carries a life, a purpose and a story. It is our honour at Cavallo to serve them all.”
– Carole
Meet The “Wrong” Horse Who Got It SO Right

Freckles is the horse who wasn’t supposed to make it to Grand Prix…
An off-the-track Thoroughbred in a world dominated by purpose-bred Warmbloods, she was an unlikely candidate for the very top level of dressage. But her owner Indre Malaiskaite believed in her. Really believed in her.
Through years of patience, thoughtful training, setbacks, breakthroughs, and then simply listening to the horse in front of her, Indre helped Freckles achieve what once seemed just a dream. Today, they’re reached Grand Prix level together, and their story is one every horse lover who has ever believed in an unlikely horse will understand.
So how on earth did they get here? Well, we asked Indre! Read her interview:
Twinning is Winning!
Share with Your Long-Ear-Loving Friends:

Boots For Your Donkey. Slippers For YOU!
You and your donkey could be “sole mates” this Winter with very cozy footwear!
Simply send us a photo of your donkey HERE to enter to win LEB Donkey Hoof Boots for your donkey + a pair of donkey slippers for you!
Your donkey gets the serious stuff… Comfort, protection and traction on Winter ground. Purpose-built boots designed specifically for long ears!
And YOU get to look down at two sweet donkey faces all Winter while keeping your feet toasty warm.
To enter, simply click the button below to send us a cute photo of your donkey & join our list. Make sure to write “Donkey Contest” in the message area:
(2 prizes to be won – each prize of LEB & donkey slippers valued at $179.90). Please see full contest details at the bottom of page)
And the Promo?
Get 20% off LEB, plus FREE LEB Pads with Every Pair…
and FREE Hoof Pick with Every Order!🫏

8 Million Views and Counting… Have YOU Seen the Viral Video?
69,000 reactions and 1800 comments on Facebook and 72,000 reactions on IG – you’ve been keeping our moderators very busy! Sometimes the simplest things are the ones the world wants to watch! This little Cavallo video has travelled around the globe, racking up more than 8 MILLION views on Facebook alone—and it’s still going.
Why has it struck such a chord with horse lovers? Maybe because for some, it’s their first up-close look at a Cavallo Hoof Boot and that wonderful “Wait… it’s really THAT easy?” moment. For others, it answers a question they’ve been quietly asking: Could hoof boots actually work for me and my horse? And for thousands of Cavallo users, it’s simply a familiar little window into their own world—the quick, everyday routine they already know and love.
There’s something oddly satisfying about watching that boot slip on, fasten and be ready to go in seconds, too. No complicated contraption. No struggle. No fuss. Just a beautifully simple solution that makes immediate sense when you see it in action.
Maybe that’s the secret behind 8 million views: horse people love practical things that make life with horses easier—especially when they can see for themselves just how well they work.
So fast. So simple. So easy. 🐴 That’s the beauty of Cavallo Hoof Boots!
No complicated hardware. No wrestling with your horse’s feet. No lengthy process just to get out and ride. Cavallos are designed to be quick and easy to put on and take off, so you can spend less time getting ready and more time enjoying life with your horse.
That ease of use can make a BIG difference — especially for riders with arthritic hands, reduced hand strength or limited mobility. Simple fastening means less fiddling, less frustration and less time holding up a hoof.
AND your horse benefits. ❤️ When putting on a hoof boot takes just a few brief moments, your horse is happier, too!
Wishing you many happy trails,

Carole Herder
President and Founder of Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc
I’ve spent the past 20 years dedicated to one simple idea: horses deserve comfort, freedom, and a voice in how we care for them.
What began as a search for better hoof protection became Cavallo — and a global community of riders who believe in working with their horses, not against them.
I’m still learning, still listening, and still inspired every day by what horses teach us.

LEB & DONKEY SLIPPERS CONTEST DETAILS
No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of the USA and Canada who have reached the age of majority in their state, province or territory. Void where prohibited.
How to Enter: Submit your name, email address and a photo of your donkey through our contest entry form and, by doing so, agree to join the Cavallo email list. By entering, you agree to receive Cavallo emails including hoof-care education, product news, special offers and promotions. You may unsubscribe at any time. By entering, you confirm that you own or have permission to submit the photo. You retain ownership of your photo but grant Cavallo Horse & Rider permission to use, reproduce and share it for promotional and marketing purposes, including on our website, social media and emails, without additional compensation. If identifiable people appear in the photo, you confirm you have their permission (and parent/guardian permission for minors).
Prizes: Two (2) potential winners will be selected at random on November 1, 2026, from all eligible entries. Each will receive one pair of Cavallo LEB Hoof Boots and one pair of human donkey slippers ($179.90 USD). Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Canadian potential winners must correctly answer a mathematical skill-testing question before being confirmed as winners.
Contest Period: September 9, 2026 through midnight, September 30, 2026. Limit one entry per person. Potential winners will be contacted by email. Prizes are non-transferable and have no cash alternative. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram, Facebook or Meta. By entering, participants release these platforms from responsibility relating to this promotion to the extent permitted by law.
Sponsor: Cavallo Horse & Rider, Canada. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.