Bell boots, splint boots, and shipping boots protect horse legs from injury. Bell boots cover the hoof/heel to prevent overreaching, splint boots shield the inner cannon bone and tendons from impact during work, and shipping boots provide heavy-duty, full-leg protection from the hoof to the hock/knee during transport. YouTube YouTube +4 Bell Boots (Overreach Boots): Shaped like a bell, these cover the hoof, coronary band, and heel bulbs to protect against injury from a hind foot striking the front foot (overreaching). They are used during turnout, riding, or to prevent pulled shoes. Common materials include durable rubber, ballistic nylon, or fleece-lined options, with pull-on or Velcro closures. Splint Boots (Sports Boots/Medicine Boots): These fit around the cannon bone between the knee and fetlock, featuring a reinforced pad on the inside to protect the splint bone and tendons from being struck by the opposite leg (interference). They are used for riding, training, and jumping to offer impact protection and support, often made from neoprene or leather. Shipping Boots: These are tall, heavily padded boots that cover the horse's legs from just below the knee/hock down to the heel, protecting against scrapes and injuries while in a trailer. They offer superior protection compared to shipping bandages, acting as a safeguard during movement in transit
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