Equine Fusions vs Cavallos
Below are some photos to show how the Active Equine Jogging Shoe compares to the Cavallo Sport and Trek models. The size 13 Active is between the size 3 and 4 of the Cavallos, so we used the size 4 Sport and the size 3 Trek for these comparisons.
As you will see the comparative-sized Jogging Shoe has a much more streamlined and ergonomic design which gives a much better fit around both the hoof and the pastern. This dramatically lessens the chance of the boots rubbing or coming off. Many people find that the Cavallos cause major rubbing as the shorter, more rigid upper doesn’t sit very snugly on most horses.
The Jogging Shoes have a more ergonomic fit around both the hoof and the pastern. This helps keep the boot in position and prevents interference from the boot upper so lessens the chance of rubbing. It also improves the staying power of the boot as the taller, cone-shaped upper provides more resistance to twisting and boot loss and they fit snugger around the pastern which prevents debris from getting into the top of the boot.
The back of the Active is also much more ergonomic as it follows the round shape of the back of the foot. The Cavallos have a squarer, wider shape with thick seams and “points” on each corner.
The Actives are made of a faux leather material which is very supple right out of the box and have a deep foam collar which allows full range of motion in the pastern on weight bearing. The Cavallo Sports are made of a very stiff leather which does not bend very easily, so impedes the pastern. The Treks are made of a more supple leather but the thick corner seams prevent the boot from flexing as easily as the Actives.
The Active has more adjustability which allows for a snugger fit around the pastern
The rubber sole on the Jogging Shoes provides more cushioning to the hoof, stimulates natural flexion of the hoof and provides better traction on all surfaces compared to the rigid plastic soles of the Cavallos.
The Cavallos are a lot cheaper than the Equine Fusions but you really do get what you pay for. Whilst some horses may tolerate a lower quality and less well designed boot, is it really worth risking rubs which can put your horse out of action for weeks?
