Front Straps can easily be attached using a hoof pick. Below is a video demonstration on attaching your front straps with a hoof pick.

Yes, they can. That is why the Scoot Boot has been expertly designed to have excellent ventilation and breathability to prevent this from occurring.

No, this hoof shape has a coronet diameter equal to, or larger than, the width of the bottom of the hoof. This means the walls of the boot are forced into a vertical shape to match the hoof wall and, as a result, the front of the boot is spread too far apart for the Front Straps to be secured correctly. This also applies to Mules.

Scoot Boots are very lightweight. The average sized single Scoot Boot weighs 350 grams, and 700 grams per pair. This converts to approximately 1 pound.

Yes. A natural (barefoot) trim is required as follows: The heels are kept low. A barefoot horse does not require excessive heel length. All flare is removed from the hoof walls. A straight edge should be able to be placed from the coronet to the bottom-edge of the hoof wall at ground level. There should be no space visible under the straight edge. The ‘ground-bearing’ surface of the outer hoof wall should be beveled. This prevents the hoof wall from chipping. It also prevents the whiteline stretching and ensures a neat, strong hoof. The toe is short and rolled to create a good break-over. The roll is generally in the vicinity of a 45 degree angle.

Scoot Boots are very robust. The Scoot Boot shell and securing straps are made from thermoplastic urethane (TPU), which has excellent abrasion and shock absorbing abilities. Scoot Boots do not have any components that will break off. The durability of any hoof boot will depend on the gait of your horse. If your horse has a floating movement, then the boots will last several years with occasional riding. If your horse scuffs and twists its feet, then the Scoot Boots will wear slightly faster. If you participate in endurance riding, you can expect to get up to 1,000 kilometres (600 miles) use from a pair of Scoot Boots. Again, this will depend on how light your horse is on its feet.

Scoot Boots are constructed of thermoplastic urethane (TPU). This is a very robust material, that has high abrasion qualities, provides shock absorption for the hoof, and will not become distorted by hot or cold weather. However, TPU is easily corrupted by certain chemicals. It is very important that you keep your boots away from any likely contaminants, which will compromise the integrity of your boot. Please note, we have identified that the widely used equine product “VetWrap” will cause a reaction with the TPU. As a result, “VetWrap” should not be secured directly to Scoot Boots. This will void your warranty if any damage occurs.

Yes! The Scoot product range has excellent traction. The Scoot Boot tread pattern is designed to provide traction for the majority of riding conditions, except icy conditions. Ice Studs can be used to increase traction on ice.

If using the correct sized Scoot Boots, you can allow for a five to six week trim cycle. A horse’s hoof growth slows dramatically over the drier and colder months, so during summer (unless you have a wet summer season) and winter you can have increased riding time between trims.

Yes, Scoot Boots have excellent drainage. The side vents, open back, and open toe prevent water retention. Scoot Boots are also close fitting when fitted correctly, meaning water does not get retained inside the boot.

Yes, they can. With some hooves, Scoot Boots can fit perfectly around the periphery of the hoof, however, if the heel straps are too tight, this can place too much pressure on the bulbs. Heat-stretching those heel straps can fix this issue. Please note, it is vital that the heel straps are stretched no greater than 5mm (¼”). This equates to a full boot size. Over-stretching will compromise the fit and heat-fitting will void your warranty. Method 1 - Heat gun Method 2 - Boiling water

No adjustment is required as the boots are secured by the parts of the hoof that do not grow. If the correct sized boot is used, the security will come from the upper part of the boot and not the straps. Scoot Boot’s great features allow correctly sized boots to fit throughout a five-six week trimming cycle.

Scoot Boots are successfully used for all kinds of rehabilitation including abscesses, laminitis, thrush, navicular syndrome, pedal Osteitis, and Scoots can even help with arthritis! Scoot Boots are great for sensitive soles and can be left on longer than most boots due to their superior breathability. Good breathability is vital in order to prevent a build-up of fungus and bacteria, which can occur when hooves overheat and trap moisture. Scoot Boots help to relieve toe pressure, due to the toe design, which is a necessity for laminitic horses. We also recommend using Scoot Pads if your horse has sensitive soles. Horses can be turned out 24/7 in Scoot Boots. The excellent drainage capabilities of the Scoot Boot means that the hooves will stay dry inside the boots and the horse’s natural hoof heat will dry out any excess moisture.

When you ride in Scoot Boots for the first time, you must give your horse’s skin time to adjust, as all horses have different levels of sensitivity. After your first ride, you will find that the boots will mould to the shape of the hoof. Do not embark on a long ride the first time you wear your Scoot Boots. For example, do not ride more than 6km (4 miles) at a time, until you are assured that the boots are not chafing or rubbing. If there are no issues, gradually increase your distance each time you ride, as this will gradually condition your horse’s skin. Your horse’s pastern and lower hooves are actually the same as your hands. If you do too much hard, physical work all at once, using your hands, you will likely end up with blisters. Whereas gradual, physical work will eventually toughen your hands/skin, and therefore eliminate further issues! Your horse’s skin is no different.

The majority of riders only use boots on the horses’ front hooves because the front end of the horse bears approximately 60-70% of a horse’s body-weight during motion. This is why the majority of lower leg injuries are sustained to a horse’s front legs. The rear legs mainly propel the horse forward and as a result, they experience significantly less direct weight bearing. However, if you are riding endurance, riding over extreme surfaces, or your horse’s hooves have not yet fully been transitioned, then you will likely require boots on all four hooves