When applying a Boa Boot with the Gaiters it really helps to be able to use both hands, (as is with any of our boots). If all else fails, fold the gaitor over the top of the boot and duct tape it to the boot while you put the boot on. A thin pad in the boot, on top of the hoof plate may also help to hold the gaiter in place.

My Boa Boots have rubbed a sore place on the top of the hooves at the hair line in an oval shape. It looks like it has taken a few layers of the hoof off. Also the back of her hoof does not fit deep into the boot so the boot is slightly wrinkled in the back. She measures a 2; should I go to a 3?
HELP
Posted by: Teal Anderson | February 25, 2007 at 08:03 AM
Based upon the information given, it does seem that your Boa boot maybe a size too small. If the boot is not properly applied, this could cause rubbing issues. Please take careful measurements after a fresh trim and review the Boa Boot sizing chart.
http://www.easycareinc.com/Our_Boots/Boa_Horse_Boot/boaboot_sizing.aspx
Feel free to call our friendly staff for assistance. Sizing is imperative to a good fit and a great Boa boot experience. We cannot exchange used boots.
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Posted by: Kay Davied | March 16, 2007 at 12:46 PM
Boa boots are great! So easy to use. The only problem is with the gaiter. The material isn't long enough to go the whole way around the leg, and as the front 'tongue' has the scratchy velcro on the inside it rubs against the leg.
Posted by: M Keeble | December 16, 2007 at 04:57 AM
I used the Boa without the gaiter, "was not sure
how to get it on" and my 3yr. old does not
stand still that long, and we went trailriding
in some mud and across water.He came back with
hair rubbed off and bare in the lowerback of
his heel. They seem to be the right size? any
suggestions?
Pam Desport
Posted by: Pamela Desport | August 31, 2010 at 05:21 AM
I bought Boa Boots size 3 for my 17hh TB/Tennesse Walker that was very lame with and without his metal shoes. So we tried these boots and he still has a limp. I was wondering if the comfort pads will help him. It is definitly his hoofs are the problem because on soft sand he doesn't limp. Shoul I try the soft comfort pads?
Posted by: Valerie | September 19, 2010 at 01:56 PM