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Helping DSLD Horses with Hoof Boots

Helping DSLD Horses with Hoof Boots
DSLD stands for Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Desmitis (I've also seen it called Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Disease). In its advanced sta...

Fitting and Trial Program - Equine Fusion

Fitting and Trial Program - Equine Fusion
Your hoof boots are an investment and a good fit is key to successful booting. But how do you know you are getting the very best fit? I can help! I...

Why We Fit Boots Snug Even When It's Early in the Trim Cycle

Why We Fit Boots Snug Even When It's Early in the Trim Cycle
One of the most common things I hear when choosing a boot size with a customer is "These new boots (or fitting boots) seem snug and my horse is only 2 weeks into the trim cycle. I'm worried they won't fit at 6 weeks". 

Laminitis Rehab - All Brands on Deck

Laminitis Rehab
A client's beautiful Missouri Fox Trotter was diagnosed with Equine Metabolic Syndrome, similar to diabetes in humans, and has been laminitic. We help with the rehab using Equine Fusion Recovery Boots, Scoot Boots, and Easyboot Cloud Pads

Scoot Boot Gaiter Options

Scoot Boot Gaiter Options
When purchasing Scoot Boots I recommend using the trail gaiters that come with them, at least until the boots break in, or better yet, just keep using them until they wear out. Once that happens, you have a few options: no gaiters, more trail gaiters, EVA gaiters, or endurance gaiters. 

Heat Fitting Your Scoot Boots for Optimal Fit

Heat Fitting Your Scoot Boots for Optimal Fit
If your Scoot Boots are overall a good fit, but just a bit tight at the heel, heat stretching may be the perfect solution to customize the fit perfectly for your horse.

Glue-on Boots Series Part 3: Scoot Skins Using Sikaflex 227

Glue-on Boots Series Part 3: Scoot Skins Using Sikaflex 227
This is part of a 3-part series on glue on hoof boots and covers how to glue on boots with Sikaflex 227. If you're not sure which type of glue you...

Glue-on Boots Series Part 2: Scoot Skins using Glue-U Shufit Glue

Glue-on Boots Series Part 2: Scoot Skins using Glue-U Shufit Glue
This is part of a 3-part series on glue on hoof boots and covers how to glue on boots with Glue-U SHUFIT or other fast-set glues. If you're not su...

Glue-on Boots Series Part 1: Which Glue Should I Use for Scoot Skins?

Glue-on Boots Series Part 1: Which Glue Should I Use for Scoot Skins?

Scoot Skins are the glue on version of Scoot Boots. Glue on boots in a variety of brands are typically used in endurance rides of 50+ miles, or for riding trips of a week or two. This article will help you decide which type of glue to use. 

Comparison and Installation of Ice Studs

Comparison and Installation of Ice Studs
Studs add traction on hard-packed snow and icy roads, as well as in wet grass. We carry both Scoot Boot studs and our own custom tee-nut studs. Typ...

How Good is the Traction on your Hoof Boots?

How Good is the Traction on your Hoof Boots?
There are three main factors that determine traction of a hoof boot. 
1. The hardness or softness of the material.
2. The tread design. 
3. The flexibility of the sole of the boot.
4. Added ice studs

Crossing the Country - Eventing and Hunter Pace in Scoot Boots

Crossing the Country - Eventing and Hunter Pace in Scoot Boots
A story of a girl growing up, a horse transitioning, and how they came to travel the country together.  Learning Like many of us, Heather Fountain ...