Horse Boots
Every stride, protected.
Brushing, tendon and over-reach boots for schooling, hacking and turnout.
Horse Boots
Horse boots protect your horse's legs from knocks, strikes and rubs — and the right pair depends on when your horse wears them. For schooling and jumping, brushing or tendon and fetlock boots guard the inside of the leg and the back of the tendon. For turnout, travel or a night in the stable, you want a softer, roomier boot instead. This collection holds 20 Horseware leg protection products, starting at £25.95 for the Horseware Fly Boots - Set Of 2 and running up to £521.95 for the Horseware Led Red Light Therapy Hock Boots Pair.
In a hurry?
- General schooling and hacking: Horseware Classic Brushing Boots from £51.95, or Horseware Pro Bamboo Brushing Boots at £51.95.
- Jumping and fast work: Horseware Pro Bamboo Tendon Boots at £77.95 with Horseware Pro Bamboo Fetlock Boots at £59.95.
- Stopping overreach injuries: Horseware Pro Bamboo Overreach Boots at £37.95, or Horseware Overreach Boots from £39.95.
- Travelling: Horseware Signature Travel Boots from £103.95.
- Standing in the stable: Horseware Pro Bamboo Stable Boots at £79.95, or Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 at £51.95.
- Summer flies: Horseware Newmarket Fly Boots from £34.95.
Which type of horse boot do I actually need?
Boots are grouped by the job they do rather than by the discipline you ride, so start with the risk you are trying to reduce. The table below matches each boot type to the situation it suits, with an in-stock example from this collection.
| Boot type | What it protects | Best for | In stock here | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brushing boots | Inside of the cannon and fetlock, where the opposite hoof can strike | Schooling, hacking, lunging, everyday flatwork | Horseware Classic Brushing Boots | £51.95 |
| Tendon boots | Back of the front leg over the tendon area | Jumping and faster work, worn on the front legs | Horseware Pro Bamboo Tendon Boots | £77.95 |
| Fetlock boots | Inside of the hind fetlock joint | Hind legs, usually paired with tendon boots in front | Horseware Pro Bamboo Fetlock Boots | £59.95 |
| Overreach (bell) boots | Heel and coronet band from the hind hoof catching the front | Turnout, jumping, horses that pull shoes off | Horseware Pro Bamboo Overreach Boots | £37.95 |
| Travel boots | Full leg from hock or knee down to the coronet | Lorry and trailer journeys | Horseware Signature Travel Boots | £103.95 |
| Stable and hock boots | Legs and hocks while the horse is standing in | Overnight wear, box rest, protecting rubbed hocks | Horseware Pro Bamboo Stable Boots | £79.95 |
| Fly boots | Lower legs from flies and midges | Summer turnout | Horseware Newmarket Fly Boots | £34.95 |
| Therapy boots | Targeted comfort for hocks after work | Recovery routines, used alongside veterinary advice | Horseware Led Red Light Therapy Hock Boots Pair | £521.95 |
What is the difference between brushing, tendon and fetlock boots?
Brushing boots are the all-rounder. They wrap the whole lower leg with a padded strike pad on the inside, so they suit flatwork, hacking and lunging where the main risk is one leg catching the other. The Horseware Classic Brushing Boots start at £51.95, and the Horseware Pro Bamboo Brushing Boots are £51.95.
Tendon boots are open at the front and closed at the back. That shape leaves the front of the cannon exposed, which many riders prefer for jumping because the horse still feels a pole, while the tendon area behind gets the padding. Horseware Pro Bamboo Tendon Boots are £77.95 and Horseware Classic Tendon Boots are £85.95.
Fetlock boots are the short hind-leg partner to a tendon boot. They cover just the fetlock joint where hind legs commonly clip each other. Horseware Pro Bamboo Fetlock Boots are £59.95 and Horseware Classic Fetlock Boots are £69.95.
Do I need overreach boots as well?
If your horse frequently pulls front shoes off, catches its heels, or is turned out in a big field, overreach boots are worth adding. They sit over the hoof and take the impact that would otherwise land on the heel bulb and coronet band. Horseware Pro Bamboo Overreach Boots are £37.95 and Horseware Overreach Boots start at £39.95.
How do I get the size right?
Most boots in this collection are sized Small, Medium, Large or larger, and some are cut in Pony, Cob and Horse. As a rough guide, a lightweight 14.2hh pony usually takes Small or Pony, a typical 16hh riding horse takes Large or Horse, and a heavier warmblood or cob often needs X-Large. Measure the length of the cannon bone and the circumference of the fetlock before ordering, and check the strap has room to fasten without pinching. If you are between sizes or unsure, get in touch and our team will help.
How tight should horse boots be?
Firm enough that the boot cannot rotate or slip down, loose enough that you can slide a finger under the top strap. A boot that twists during work rubs, and a boot done up too tightly restricts movement. Always fasten straps from the top down and point them backwards, away from the direction of travel.
What about stable, travel and therapy boots?
Stable boots are thicker and softer than riding boots because they are worn standing still for long periods. Horseware Pro Bamboo Stable Boots are £79.95, and the Horseware Stable Boot Ionic Liner at £59.95 adds a replaceable inner layer. Horseware Ionic Hock Boots - Set Of 2 at £51.95 cover the hock itself, which helps where a horse is rubbing hocks on bedding.
Travel boots need to cover more of the leg than riding boots because injuries on a journey often happen higher up. Horseware Signature Travel Boots start at £103.95.
Therapy boots are a support tool, not a treatment. The Horseware Led Red Light Therapy Hock Boots Pair at £521.95, or single boots at £269.95 each for the left or right hock, are designed for use in a recovery routine. They do not diagnose, treat or cure anything. If your horse is lame, swollen, heat-sore or off work, speak to your vet first and follow their advice on whether any boot is appropriate.
How do I care for horse boots?
Knock off dried mud with a stiff brush before it works into the lining, then rinse and air dry away from direct heat. Grit trapped inside a boot causes more rubs than the boot itself. Check the straps and closures regularly, because a failed fastening mid-ride is how boots get lost or twisted. Never put boots on wet or muddy legs.
Horse boots FAQs
Can my horse wear brushing boots for turnout?
Brushing boots are designed for ridden work, not all-day turnout. Worn for hours in a wet field they trap moisture and grit against the skin, which can cause rubs and skin irritation. For turnout, overreach boots such as the Horseware Pro Bamboo Overreach Boots at £37.95 are a better choice, and in summer fly boots like the Horseware Newmarket Fly Boots from £34.95 suit the job. If your horse needs longer-term leg cover, ask your vet what is suitable.
Do tendon boots go on the front or back legs?
Tendon boots go on the front legs. They are shaped to sit over the tendon area at the back of the front cannon bone, with an open front. The usual pairing is tendon boots in front and fetlock boots behind, for example Horseware Pro Bamboo Tendon Boots at £77.95 with Horseware Pro Bamboo Fetlock Boots at £59.95.
How long can a horse wear stable boots?
Stable boots such as the Horseware Pro Bamboo Stable Boots at £79.95 are made for standing wear, typically overnight, but they should still come off daily so you can check the legs and let the skin breathe. Look for heat, swelling, moisture or rubs each time. If your horse is on box rest or under treatment, follow your vet's guidance on how long boots should stay on.
What size horse boots should I buy?
Boots in this collection come in Small, Medium, Large and larger, and some ranges use Pony, Cob and Horse instead. Measure the cannon bone length and the fetlock circumference and compare them to the size guide on the product page. Ponies around 14.2hh usually take Small or Pony, a 16hh riding horse usually takes Large or Horse, and heavier types often need X-Large. If you are between sizes, get in touch and our team will help.
Do red light therapy hock boots work?
Red light therapy boots are used as part of a routine that supports comfort and recovery around the hock after work. They are not a medical device and they do not diagnose, treat or cure injury or disease. The Horseware Led Red Light Therapy Hock Boots Pair is £521.95, with single left or right hock boots at £269.95 each. If your horse is lame, swollen or showing heat, contact your vet before using any therapy product.
How do I wash horse boots?
Let the mud dry, brush it off, then rinse the boots in cool water and hang them to dry naturally, away from radiators or direct sunlight. Avoid hot washes and tumble dryers, which can distort the padding and weaken the fastenings. Check the individual product page for the maker's care instructions, as neoprene, bamboo-lined and gel boots each differ.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-26 by the Just Horse Riders team.