Flex Hoof Boots Care Guidelines
By following these tips, you’ll help ensure your horse stays healthy and happy, and that both of you can enjoy the full benefits of Flex…
Laminitis – here’s what you need to know
This blog covers what laminitis is, how to recognise it, its causes and symptoms, and why early treatment is crucial. Additionally, we discuss how Flex…
How to take great hoof photos
Taking hoof photos might sound simple, but doing it well is a true art form. When done incorrectly, even slight changes in angle, lighting, or…
Laminitis vs. Founder: What “Rotation” Really Means (and Why It Matters)
Learn the difference between laminitis, founder and rotation in horses, including hoof capsule rotation, distal descent and common rehabilitation misconceptions.
Toe Dragging in Horses: Causes and What It Means
Toe dragging in horses is often a sign of deeper issues. Learn the common causes, from pain to neurological problems, and what to look for.
Toe Cracks in Horses: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Toe cracks in horses are often a sign of deeper issues. Learn the common causes, from nutrition to hoof imbalance, and how to manage them…
Barefoot Transition Horse: How to Pull Shoes Safely
Transitioning a horse from shoes to barefoot requires more than just pulling shoes. Learn how to prepare, assess, and support your horse for a successful…
Beyond “Just a Pet”: Rethinking Hoof Care for Miniature Horses
Miniature horses may be small, but their hoof care needs are not. Learn why regular trimming, early detection, and proper support are essential for their…
How to Use Hoof Boots for Lameness in Horses
Hoof boots can help you determine whether your horse’s lameness is coming from the hoof or elsewhere – simply by observing how movement changes with…
Navicular in Horses: Understanding Causes, Diagnosis and Management
Navicular in horses is often misunderstood and not always a life sentence. This article explores what navicular really means, why diagnosis can be complex, and…
Flex Rivets – part of the Flex Boots fastening system
Flex Rivets are part of the Flex Boots fastening system, working together with adhesive bonding to secure the TPU gaiter to the boot shell. Learn…
Understanding Flex Pads: Soft, Firm and EVA Pad Relief – Which One Does Your Horse Need?
Choosing the right hoof pad can make a noticeable difference in your horse’s comfort, movement and confidence on different surfaces. In this blog, we explain…
Rethinking Horse Care: The Philosophy Behind Flex Boots
Discover the philosophy behind Flex Boots, the flexible barefoot horse boots designed for natural hoof care, rehabilitation, and endurance riding. Learn how holistic hoof care…
Understanding Underrun Heels: What They Are and What to Do About Them
Underrun heels are one of the most common (and most misunderstood) hoof distortions in domestic horses. They can occur in both barefoot and shod horses,…
Weekly Owner Trimming: A Simple Habit That Can Transform Your Horse’s Comfort and Boot Fit
At Flex Hoof Boots, our mission is to empower dedicated horse owners with evidence-based knowledge to give their horses the lives they truly deserve. One…
