Steph
> I heard about the Italian boot (which is similar to the E-Z
> boot but since E-Z boot is trademarked we can't call them that)
> at the convention and ordered a pair from Sporttack for my
> chronic laminitis horse KC. KC has to always wear front shoes
> and shows particular sensitivity on hard ground and going down
> hill. The Italian boot is designed to fit over regular horse
> shoes. He got use to them in about a quarter mile and his
> willingness to go over hard ground improved as did his gait - no
> more stilted ouchy picking his way. These boots stay on well,
> and are even easier than E-Z boots to put on and take off (a
> good thing since KC not nearly as patient as Trav when it comes
> to having a foot fussed with for a lengthy period).
> Price with shipping and tax for a pair was $92.00. They're
> not in the catalog - you have to call and ask; they seem to be
> sized similarly to E-Z boots. I've been using mine for a month
> now with no noticeable wear but then this isn't a distance
> horse.
> I'd like to hear anyone else's experiences - especially if
> you've encountered any longterm problems due to the additional
> weight or the additional height they add. Tina in Santa Rosa,
> CA