Travelling safely
Transport boots for horses
You should use transport boots for shod horses in particular. These protect the horse's legs from bumps, grazes and abrasions from the coronet band to the carpal and hock joints. Make sure that the boots fit well so that they do not slip and irritate your horse.
What are transport gaiters for?
As the name suggests, transport boots protect your horse during transport in a trailer or horsebox. Injuries can occur during loading and unloading if the horse slips or stumbles. Your horse can also lose its balance and kick its own legs when travelling, braking abruptly or suddenly swerving out of the trailer. The thick material of the transport boots protects against such injuries.
A good fit is important when putting on the gaiters. There must be no creases that could lead to pressure points and chafing on the horse's leg. The gaiters should also not be too large so that they can be closed tightly and do not slip during the ride.