Featuring a grooved sole for extra grip and a Kevlar® interior for durability it also has an asymmetric zip to give the boot a really close fit (and prevent it opening) stopping bedding and other debris from getting inside. Looking after a barefoot horse is no more difficult than a shod horse for most owners once they have a new routine established, but owners should consider their situation before deciding if barefoot is the best option for them. Available in 10 different sizes, (please see picture for more details and guide) the boot is designed for use with or without a shoe. It can assist in a number of ailments to the foot such as abscesses, punctured sole or bruised sole. Do not use the Medical Hoof Boot (MHB) in place of an overreach boot to prevent shoe loss. The MHB is not designed for this application and will not protect against overreaching.

Some professionals cite that some horses are unable to go barefoot due to genetics, structural or conformational problems and that it is fairer to the horse to remain shod. The vast majority of hoof care professionals will say that there are very few horses who do not have the potential to lead sound working lives without metal shoes on, but that some will be harder to and take longer than others to transition.

Measure, Measure, Measure…The MHB is designed to be a snug fit so it doesn’t fall off. If you do not measure accurately or buy a size too big it can result in damage to the MHB due to the boot being trodden on by the other foot. Please visit woofwear.com for further information about the boot, it uses and fitting. Related products Using a soft measuring tape, measure from (A) at the centre point of the chest, across the point of the shoulder and to the point (B) at the centre of the tail. When you have the measurement, remove 10cm (4inches) and choose your horse's size from the table below. Bear in mind that every horse is different and that you may need to consider a larger sized rug if you horse is particularly strongly built.

They should last for 2 – 3 weeks turn out or longer if stabled. The biggest danger to the longevity of the boot is if the horse were to stand on it and damage it – they are not indestructible! You will find, however, that the vast majority of people who go down the barefoot route with their horses are heard to say that they would never shoe again and wish they had done it years ago! Home / Horse / Horse Boots / Balancers The Woof Wear Medical Hoof Boot is a close fitting medical hoof boot to keep wounds, poultices and dressings clean. Do not use the Medical Hoof Boot (MHB) in place of an overreach boot to prevent shoe loss. The MHB is not designed for this application and will not protect against overreaching. If your horse is inclined to overreach then an overreach boot should be used over the MHB to protect both the horse and the MHB from damage. Manufactured with a grooved sole and a Kelvar® interior they offer extra grip and durability. The asymmetric zip gives the boot a closer fit and prevents the zipper from opening.The boot is available in 10 different sizes. Please view the size guide image for fitting details. You may also need to go up a size if your horse will have a shoe on. Th medical boot is machine washable at 30 degrees. Overreaching If turning the horse out, ensure he is happy with the feel of the boot first. In the unlikely event the horse is nervous of the boot, walk him gently around his stable so that he can get used to it. They will soon realise it is comfortable and will not impede movement.