Based on these measurements, this hoof fits snugly into a #1 Easyboot Glove Soft. A well-maintained and trimmed #1 hoof is 115mm wide and 125mm long. The Easyboot Glove Soft is a great example. As the hoof changes more and more from the original measurements over time, it is less likely that the hoof boot selected based on the original measurements will continue to fit well and provide a positive experience. Moving forward, unless the hoof is maintained and trimmed, it will quickly change and become a different size/shape than the original measurements. If a hoof is measured and a hoof boot is sized for that hoof based on the measurements, the fit and corresponding experience will be positive. If a hoof boot doesn’t fit, how can you expect your horse and hoof boot to perform?Īlthough I still believe a correct fit to be one of the biggest factors in hoof boot success, I now believe that hoof trimming and/or lack of trimming to be an equal contributing factor to success. I’ve even compared fit in a hoof boot to location in real estate.

In the past, I viewed the fit as the biggest factor in a successful hoof boot experience.

What are the factors that best determine whether a hoof boot will work successfully for both the horse and the rider?

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