Horse Knee Boots & Skid Boots

Horse Knee Boots & Skid Boots

Legs take the brunt of hauling and hard arena work, which is where horse knee boots and skid boots come in. These leg support solutions are part of Tractor Supply’s horse boots and leg wraps inventory, available in a range of sizes, materials and closures.

Guarding Legs Through Every Turn and Stop

Lower legs carry a lot of the load on a horse and have little muscle or fat to cushion them. A knock against something solid or constant contact with the ground can leave swelling, cuts or soreness that keeps a horse out of work for a while. Boots add padding and a firmer outer layer over the joints most likely to take that contact, which cuts down on scrapes and helps limit joint wear over the years.

Riders often say they notice a difference once a horse is protected, particularly with one that has been hurt before. Coverage areas, materials and closures vary between the two styles, and each is shaped by the job it handles.

Knee Boots for Front-Leg Coverage

Knee boots sit over the front knees with padded bodies and molded caps that spread out the force of a hit. Hook-and-loop straps above and below the joint hold them in place, and many add coverage down the cannon bone, the long bone between the knee and the ankle. Riders also use them for turnout or for horses that tend to clip their knees over fences. The payoff is a layer of coverage in a spot that tends to heal slowly.

Skid Boots for Hind-Leg Protection

During a sliding stop or a hard turn, the hind fetlocks, the joints just above the hooves, drop close enough to brush the ground. Horse skid boots cover that area with a cupped shell in leather, neoprene or a synthetic blend, usually backed with fleece or gel padding. Leather tends to break in and shape to the leg, while neoprene rinses off easily and costs less up front.

Find Horse Skid Boots and Knee Boots at Tractor Supply

Knee boots and skid boots come in a range of sizes and colors, sold in pairs or as sets for horses that need coverage front and back. Options run from lighter builds meant for everyday riding to sturdier ones made for hauling and arena work. This gear is part of the standard kit in a lot of barns during Life Out Here. Explore more of our horse supplies at your local Tractor Supply store and on our website.