Optimal Hoof Boot Fit: Importance of Hoof Balance

Properly Fitting Hoof Boots for Horses

If the toe doesn’t reach the front of the boot, the fit isn’t right. In this fitting example, the initial boot size didn’t allow the hoof to seat fully forward. By switching to a larger size in a Wide model, the hoof was able to: • seat fully into the boot • eliminate air gaps • allow the toe to sit at the front where it belongs When the hoof is properly seated, everything works better: ✔ strap placement ✔ breakover ✔ comfort ✔ movement Boot fitting isn’t about forcing a size to work. It’s about