The Transition; available to Pre-order from The Saddlery Shop!

Exciting news the Transition Hoof Boot is now available for Pre-order from The Saddlery Shop! The technologically advanced hoof boot offers unrivaled support and grip when riding barefoot horses so we thought as hoof boot experts here at The Saddlery Shop we would give you a bit more information about the revolutionary, new hoofboot! Many UK horse owners recognise the health benefits of maintaining a horse with bare feet. However, some horses take longer than others to progress from wearing shoes to going ‘bare’, and benefit from wearing hoofboots during the transitional process. Some bare horses will always need further protection when working on certain surfaces, or for certain durations, in order to remain comfortable – this is where hoofboots come in! The brand new Easyboot Transition uses a similar sole production process to human running shoes. It takes the best attributes of the most popular hoof boots, plus new technology, producing a hoof boot that will fit many shapes and sizes of hoof, including round, slightly longer than wide, and even slightly wider than long. The Transition will cope far batter with hooves that are flared, upright or asymmetric than any other hoofboot. The Transition is a hoofboot designed not just for the transitioning horse however! It offers a combination of shock absorption and support never seen before in a hoofboot. The sole of the Transition uses three layers of material to produce a resilient shock absorbing sole that gives support and stimulation to the hoof structures. A lightweight upper protects the hoof and pastern, while reversible, industrial strength Velcro straps at the front and back secure the boot, allowing for precise fit adjustments. At the boot’s core, a polyurethane ‘bumper’ offers pliability and resilience. The hoof stands on a supportive midsole; depressions within the outer sole structure are filled with the softer midsole material, to create an integrated cushion. Comfort pads may be used inside, for additional support in therapeutic applications, or transitioning after de-shoeing. This is the ideal hoofboot to provide shock absorption to the equine hoof structures and limbs. The transition hoof boot is available from The Saddlery Shop in eight different sizes. If you have a question about these hoof boots don't hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to advise you on how to measure your barefoot horse's feet, the size of boots you need and how to fit the boots! For more information about the transition boots or any of the wide range of equine hoof boots available from The Saddlery Shop visit the website www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Autumn Equine Care

The colder weather has set in and with the nights beginning to draw in, autumn is now officially here. There is always a lot to think about in order to effectively care for your equine so The Saddlery Shop thought that in our latest blog we would share some top tips and advice for autumn seasonal care for your horses and ponies! 1.) Watch out for Laminitis Laminitis is most commonly associated with spring grass, but during the autumn time the cool nights and warm days can lead to an increased accumulation of sugars in grass. In order to minimise the risk of laminitis avoid turning your horse out on frosty grass or allowing them excessive grazing on lush pasture. Always maintain a regular exercise routine and ensure your equine’s diet supplies adequate levels of vitamins and minerals by using a supplement such as Clop, Equivite or Benevit available from The Saddlery Shop. 2.) Always Change your horse’s routine slowly If your horse has enjoyed being turned out at pasture 24/7 during the summer months, ensure the transition to stabling is completed gradually in order to allow him to physically and mentally get used to the change. Always provide ample fresh forage to your horse when stabled and build any concentrate feed offered to him slowly. If your horse is inclined to bolt his hay or haylage offer it to him in a small holed haynet available from The Saddlery Shop ensuring his forage lasts for longer keeping his digestive system active throughout the night. 3.) Protect your horse from Chills! Many of us will, if we haven’t already, clip our equines during the autumn season. Make sure your horse is adequately rugged with the wide range of stable rugs and turnout rugs from The Saddlery Shop in order to protect him from chills once he is clipped and after exercise if he has become sweaty place a fleece rug or cooler on him so he can reduce temperature slowly. So Happy autumn everyone and enjoy the season with your horses and ponies! For more information about the wide range of products available from The Saddlery Shop visit the website www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Country Boots are just the Ticket for Autumn!

A countryside long boot is a must-have item for any avid equestrian or dog walker. Thats why here at The Saddlery Shop we love these gorgeous Dublin Pinnacle boots and think they provide a unique, fashionable look which will be unrivaled in style on the high street, when walking the dog and at the yard, not to mention - they are suitable to ride in too! The Dublin Pinnacle long leather riding boots feature the RCS tough tec lightweight and durable rubber riding sole with heel and arch supports and double cushioning layer for great comfort, combined with an attractive lace design. Treated waterproof redskin leather and a fully waterproof inner lining make these boots not only fashionable but very practical for the coming autumn and winter weather! Available in chocolate brown only in sizes 3-9 from The Saddlery Shop today! And with a price of £134.99 they are a bargain too!

Equine Hoof Boots!

Did you know alongside an amazing range of rugs, equestrian attire, equipment and tack The Saddlery Shop offers a huge range of equine hoof boots? The Saddlery Shop has built up a reputation for being the country’s leading authority on booting barefoot horses and in fact holds the largest stocks of hoof boots and accessories in the UK! The Saddlery Shop aim to have all the information you as a barefoot horse owner would need in order to choose the best hoof boot for your horse. Within this department, we offer free specialist hoof boot advice by email from one of our booting experts, including Lucy Nicholas one of our directors and author of 'The Barefoot Horse'. We aim to provide optimum customer service to our barefoot horse owners so our hoof boot enquiries are treated as priority and usually answered within 4 working hours! To see the huge range of equine hoof boots, books, cushioning pads and inserts and equine barefoot maintenance tools such as rasps visit the website www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk.