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Hmmm interesting ... Tried to call Saddlery shop for help but just an automated service saying to fill a form out online :l how did a lot of you get to speak to someone for help??x
 
L&B said:
Hmmm interesting ... Tried to call Saddlery shop for help but just an automated service saying to fill a form out online :l how did a lot of you get to speak to someone for help??x
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I always use equinepodiatry supplies. firstly they are considerably cheaper and the pads come from there. Also the owner is very knowledeable about barefoot and I think would give the best advice. The mobile no is on the top of their "home" page. She will usually ring back pretty quickly if she is not there and if you leave a message.


I have found vets are interested in boots once they have actually seen boots and pads. The problem is that unless they have clients rehabbing horses using padded boots or they are involved alongside trimmers using boots many just don't seem to have had the chance to see any especially those who do more general vet work.
 
paddy555 said:
I always use equinepodiatry supplies. firstly they are considerably cheaper and the pads come from there. Also the owner is very knowledeable about barefoot and I think would give the best advice. The mobile no is on the top of their "home" page. She will usually ring back pretty quickly if she is not there and if you leave a message.


I have found vets are interested in boots once they have actually seen boots and pads. The problem is that unless they have clients rehabbing horses using padded boots or they are involved alongside trimmers using boots many just don't seem to have had the chance to see any especially those who do more general vet work.
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I agree. My vets were fascinated by my boots and pads when my mare had lami. Both of them asked to have a close look at them and asked where I got them from and looked at the indentation marks where the pads had moulded to my mare's feet. I think that both will go away and suggest them to other clients now.
 
L&B said:
Hmmm interesting ... Tried to call Saddlery shop for help but just an automated service saying to fill a form out online :l how did a lot of you get to speak to someone for help??x
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I didn't I just read all their online info, and spent a lot of time googling for further information.

What specifically do you need help with? Someone on here, or on the phoenix forum might be able to help.
 
I have spoken to the lady at equ' podiatry supplies who was ever helpful & v.friendly - I would recommend.
She has advised the Cavallo boots with 4lb pads, so I believe we will go for that.
However, he is 125mm from toe to buttress & 130cm at the widest part.
What does everyone think fit wise?:

It is either Size 2 which are: 118-125mm
OR Size 3 which are: 126-133mm

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Whereabouts do you live L&B? PM if you prefer, I have size three cavallos that you could look at try on if you happen to be close.
 
I would go with size three.

Lami pony was in size two simples three months ago but is now in a side three sport has he has changed shape.

My vet recommended me the cavellos as he has had good results with them before.
 
L&B said:
KK, have inboxed... :) very kind offer.

Tallyho! Hmmm, I'm more concerned with the tightness around the pastern/coronet?? You think?
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Your lad is a TB isn't he? In which case even the size two won't be tight around the pastern. Even if they fit they will be kind of like wellies rather than long riding boots. They stay on fine though.

The crucial thing is how snug they are around the bottom of the hoof.
 
L&B said:
KK, have inboxed... :) very kind offer.

Tallyho! Hmmm, I'm more concerned with the tightness around the pastern/coronet?? You think?
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Don't be concerned about pastern/coronet. When you see the boot you will see that the fit is all about the bulb/heel/foot.

If the boot were to be tight around the pastern then the foot will not move correctly and you will get rubbing sores.

Think about how a horses fetlock joint moves. The boot gives plenty of clearance for the movement of the foot and the joint itself. The foot is not like ours, it needs to be loose to accommodate tendon action and flexion.

Trust the boot. It is very well designed.
 
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