
Why do I need boots for an animal that has an innate sense of survival? In the wild, horses kick, fight, and travel over rough terrain without any kind of protective equipment.
However, the reason you must invest in quality protective equipment for your horse is because you, as a human, have intervened in a horse’s natural instinct to defend it-self under any and all circumstances. By owning a horse, you have accepted the responsibility of breaking their natural prey instinct and replacing their survival instinct with a parent-child trust and understanding.
When a horse owner directs their horse to spin, turn or rate to a stop from high speeds, they are subjecting the horse to possible harm, even as minute as it may seem. When a horse gouges or cross fires causing injury under your quide, your horse will naturally feel his safety is in fact being jeopardized. Your horse will automatically be reserved and cautious when following your direction. The true capability of you and your horse as a team will never be seen.
Take the steps to ensure your horse’s safety and well-being. It builds the special bond you could never replace and the one that is most vital in order to succeed as a true horseman in any discipline.