Splint Boots: why you should use them

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Splint boots (also called Brushing boots) are used to protect horses' legs during training, exercise or competitions, in order to protect the lower leg from injury that may happen if one leg or hoof strikes the opposite leg. They are commonly seen on horses involved in works such as jumping or longeing or in competitions such as raining or eventing. Brushing injuries are more common on the forelegs, when one hoof catches the other leg, or when the fetlock or cannon bones hit each other. This can cause serious injuries especially if the horse is wearing shoes. 
They may also be used for horses left in the fields to protect them if they get overly excited. 

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