Knee & Hock Boots

Knee boots and hock boots offer extra support as well as protection for your horse’s legs when traveling. There are magnetic options available to aid with recovery from injuries, reduce swelling, arthritis and other ailments.

Horse knee boots are designed for the forelegs and, as the name suggests, they are focused on the knee area, protecting the front of the knee joint. Some models are designed to protect horses’ front legs from knocks, scrapes, and bruising while in motion during activities like cross-country and hacking. Knee boots also provide extra support for the knee joint, preventing injuries caused by tight turns and movements that may cause excessive strain. They are great for horses starting to work after an injury but also an effective protective measure for sound horses.

On the other hand, hock boots for horses are designed to protect the hock joint, which has the functionality of a human ankle joint on the horse’s hind legs. Horse hock boots can be used as protective boots in disciplines like jumping or Pony Club games, especially to provide extra support during quick, tight turns that could strain the hock joint. Like knee boots, there are therapeutic or magnetic models of hock boots that help horses recover faster or help them deal with arthritis and other joint issues.

Regardless of their function, knee and hock boots for horses must be breathable to prevent skin irritation and other issues. Ventilation is also essential to avoid overheating the sensitive joints’ tendons and soft tissues. It’s also vital to use boots that can be applied and removed quickly and hassle-free to avoid disturbing your horse and prevent dangerous situations. The less you stay near a horse's legs, the better.

Using therapeutic boots can help relieve the symptoms of arthritis and tendon issues. Some boots are made of neoprene, that is both supportive and has some give, and with the addition of magnets, they can help promote blood circulation, reduce swelling. The boots could also help holding ice bags or other elements for cold therapy, or an off the shelf option like hock ice boots, for example.
Before using therapeutic boots, it’s always advised to check with your vet for the best treatment for your horse and combine the use of boots with other medicines and therapies. It’s also a good practice to ask the vet to follow your horse’s treatment and let your vet and trainer decide when and how to continue with your horse’s training.

Horse Knee Boots from the Best Brands

At Discount Equestrian, we care about horses’ well-being and soundness. That’s why we supply both the best horse knee boots and hock boots from the best brands in the market. High-quality brands ensure advanced impact protection, superior design features, and efficient shock absorption with a comfortable design that holds your horse’s joint without causing discomfort. High-end boots guarantee breathability and anatomical fit, providing maximum support without restricting movement. All our products are easy to put and take off and are highly durable, protecting your investment. We source products from renowned equestrian brands like Premier Equine, Veredus, and Woof Wear.

Hock Boots for Horses at Discounted Prices

You will find our range of hock and knee boots with our usual discounted prices.  Here are some of the popular brands and products from our fabulous collection:

Woof Wear® Smart Knee Boots – “These horse knee boots are designed to flex with the legs, protecting them without restricting movement. These boots feature a tough PU Shell, Poron Xrd® to give extra impact protection, an anti-slip top band, thermoformed construction that flexes with the leg, and a lower strap to keep the shell in position. They are suitable for road work and traveling.”

Woof Wear® Hock Boots – “These horse hock boots are ergonomically shaped, providing excellent protection for the hock in the stable or while traveling. These hock boots for horses come in pairs and are suitable for use as under-travel boots. They are made of super breathable neoprene to keep the hock cool. Their durable nylon outer and reinforced back seam are designed to resist abrasion. Their ergonomic design ensures a perfect fit and comfort around the hock joint.”

Veredus® Magnetik Hock Boots – “These magnetic hock boots are made with breathable Aerox material, lined, and trimmed in Lycra to guarantee an optimum leg temperature, reducing and preventing tendon overheating. The Veredus magnetic hock boots are designed to reduce pain and swelling by stimulating the blood flow, hence speeding up the elimination of toxins and the natural regenerative process. Magnetotherapy is a medical method that is highly efficient in treating several pathologies using magnetic fields. This technique provides significant benefits to help heal inflammatory processes faster and relieve pain. Also, the magnets stimulate the tissue nerve fibers, resulting in an analgetic action. Magnet therapy is non-intrusive and suitable for helping horses recover after hard work or multi-day events and treating injured horses.”

If you need assistance with these products, please contact us anytime. Our team of experts at Discount Equestrian is always happy to help!

For more fantastic leg protection choices for your horse, check out our awesome line of Over Reach Boots. Also, take a look at our impressive collection of Medical Boots to help your horse recover faster from exercise and our Tendon Boots to keep your horse sound at all times.