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Welcome to Your Ultimate Laminitis Guide, Part 3: Hope & Recovery In the first part of this series, we went through a plan of what to do if you suspect Laminitis – to simply alter your daily horse care to promote health and healing, and how to navigate your horse’s recovery. In the second part of…
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Welcome to Your Ultimate Laminitis Guide, Part 2: Managing Laminitis with Cavallos It’s a horse owner’s nightmare. To see your horse walking stiffly, shifting his weight off his front hooves, or not wanting to move at all can mean hoof damage and pain. Here, we’ll walk you through what to do if you suspect Laminitis….
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Welcome to Your Ultimate Laminitis Guide, Part 1: Understanding Laminitis It’s a horse owner’s nightmare. To see your horse walking stiffly, shifting his weight off his front hooves, or not wanting to move at all can mean hoof damage and pain. Here, we’ll walk you through what to do if you suspect Laminitis. How to…
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In 2023, Barefoot Rock Stars Have a Whole New Following! At one point in time, in other circles, the term “Barefoot Rock Star” would conjure up an image of, say, Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, and k.d. lang. But in 2024, in equestrian circles, there are new Barefoot Rock Stars emerging world-wide every day in the…
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Why the new Trek Pro? Because you’re always seeking the best protection, durability and comfort! https://cavallo-inc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/spin2-1.mp4 You made the Cavallo Trek Boot the most popular hoof boot in the world. Now, we’re answering your call for a sleeker, updated version of Trek that can be shown off in the arena on showgrounds, and of course,…
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Is Your Sore-Footed Horse Communicating with you? Do you notice your horse veering off to the soft side of the road whenever he gets a chance? Or seeming stubborn at times? Does his stride become short on surfaces that could be causing discomfort? Moving on gravel, hard pavement, dry Summer ground, frozen Winter ground, asphalt…
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Is There Help For Horses With Navicular Disease? Have you ever heard your veterinarian mention the phrase “Navicular Disease” when referring to your beloved horse? It feels like the end. A doom. A life-altering diagnosis. But can there be help for this common (but misunderstood) syndrome? Navicular Disease is also sometimes referred to as Navicular Syndrome and…
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Western Kentucky University Research Recommends Cavallo Trek Hoof Boots for Hoof Protection, Traction, and Reduced Pressure. Dr. Jennifer Gill and Gabriella Lynn of the Western Kentucky University Equine Science Department have just completed the first independent university study comparing hoof boots to traditional metal shoes. They chose their preferred boots, Cavallos, for this study. Results…
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Gravel. It Can Be a Problem for Any Horse. (Unless they have Cavallos!) Whether barefoot or shod, gravel can ruin your horse’s level of enjoyment and can even cause serious injury. While you can control the footing around your horse’s barn and known areas, there’s a common fear of arriving at a show, clinic, or…
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