Horse Leg Protection: Yea or Nay?
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
May 19, 2025
Weigh the risks and benefits of various types of boots and wraps before strapping them to your horse’s legs.
Weigh the risks and benefits of various types of boots and wraps before strapping them to your horse’s legs.
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