Cooling Boots & Gel: Soothing cooling for your horse's legs

Cooling Boots & Gel: freshness for hard-working legs

After jumping, a long hack or on hot days, your horse's legs work especially hard. Cooling boots & gel provide pleasant cooling and are part of the post-training routine for many riders. In our range you will find cooling boots with cold packs or water cooling, hock models, cooling hoof boots, hot and cold boots as well as cooling gels and horse liniments.

Boots, packs and hoof boots

Cooling boots with insertable cold packs are chilled in the fridge or freezer beforehand and then wrap evenly around the cannon bone and fetlock. Water cooling boots are soaked in cold water and cool through evaporation. Hock boots are shaped to fit the joint. Hot and cold models can also be warmed up when needed. Cooling hoof boots cool the coronet band and the hoof.

Cooling gels and liniments

A cooling gel or cooling liniment is applied to the legs after training and massaged in. Many horses enjoy the fresh feeling, and the massage stimulates circulation. Only apply gels to clean, unbroken skin. With competition horses, check the current rules of your governing body. If the legs are warm or swollen, or your horse is lame, your vet is the right person to contact.

Frequently asked questions

How long can a cooling boot stay on?
Periods of around 15 to 20 minutes are often suggested, after which the boot will have warmed up anyway. Never put frozen packs directly on the skin, always use them inside the boot. If you are unsure, ask your vet how long is right for your horse.

Cooling boots or gel, which is better after training?
Both have their place. Cooling boots cool more intensively and evenly, while gel is quick to apply and comes with a massage. Many riders use boots after hard work and gel for everyday care.

Should I cool my horse's legs every day?
For healthy horses in normal work, daily cooling is not necessary. It makes sense after intensive exercise, on hard ground or on very hot days. If there is swelling or heat in a leg, have the cause checked.