Cavallo Pastern Wrap for Horse Hoof Boot, Large

I wanted these to use with my horse’s new Cavallo Trek boots since they are a touch big. I was concerned about sizing since reviews say the chart is off. I went with the recommended size of Med for the 3Slim boots I have. At first I thought they were way too small because the Velcro didn’t even meet at the front of the pastern. Well, they are very stretchy and are supposed to be tight, so they ended up working out well. My horse is an American Warmblood for reference. I watched the video and read reviews and made sure the wrap went under the hoof bulb so your horse is actually stepping on the wrap before putting on the boots. I had no trouble with the wrap moving while putting on the boot. It did not slip with wear, although we have only had a short workout so far. It did help the boot fit a bit more snugly, but there was still a gap at the back of the foot that I am not too worried about. I am happy I bought these to pair with the Trek boots.

These are wonderful and do their job. They are a little difficult to apply to your horses feet. They DO work if you take your time and follow the directions and put them on the correct way. I rode 6 miles the first time and they stayed put.

Sizes are listed differently & run smaller so nearly impossible to pull hard enough to get velcro to catch enough. Had only had minimal to moderate success with old ones not sliding up in back often with putting boots on but then with riding... But also noted boot section that covers the bulbs on more "drawn in" on newer boots even after returning for replacement. Assuming slight manufacturing change as these are my 4th pair. I could use the wraps a bit with boots during initial months of strict stall rest (use caution re increased pastern & hoof capsule temps with Laminitis...) & hand walking during recovery. But longer riding in them often had the wraps wrinkling up & right above the bulbs no matter how far underneath the bulbs I started them. I filed, pounded, stretched a bit & softened the boot area cutting in back edge seam between leather & padded rim so quit using the wraps what little I now need the boots.

The pastern wraps work beautifully inside my horse's Cavallo Trek Boots. They protect his pastern area and heel bulbs from any debris that may enter the top of his boot while we are on the trail. Many people use these wraps to prevent rubs while breaking in new boots as well, although that has never been a problem for us. They are very easy to rinse off and dry after muddy rides. I got about 300 miles out of a pair before I had to replace them. Won't hit the trail without them!

I bought these to product sores on the heel bulbs of my 15.2 Andalusian. I ordered a "Large Fits 4-6", and they were too small! The velcro wrap in the front wouldn't even reach to close - and the perforated section at the back of the wrap where the heel bulbs sit - are too close together. I wonder if mine was mislabeled....?

I really like these pastern protectors. I've used the cavallo boots a few times without and noticed some rubs on my horses heel bulbs. That does not happen with these pastern wraps. They're a little tricky to get to stay in place when putting the boot on, but not so much that it can't be done without frustration. It just took me a few times to get it down where I could do it without screwing it up! But, I think it could be operator error... Once I got it figured out, I've not had any issues since. Nice quality and definitely a must use for my horse and his comfort.

Over all I like the look and fit. I did have to go 1 size up because the smaller one didn't fit even though by the instructions it should. Over all I like the product. Can be hard to keep in place when applying the boots.

So far they are working good and staying in place. No rubs from boots anymore. I've only used them twice on short rides, so I can't say how long they will last.