At the 2009 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention, British Equine Scientist Dr. David Marlin delivered three well-attended presentations. One of which addressed leg protection and the research done on cross-country boots. He explained about the risks event horses face, most specifically to the lower forelegs and the superficial digital flexor tendon, when substandard boots are used. Watch here.

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One Response to “VIDEO: Dr. David Marlin: Leg Protection for the Event Horse”

  1. judy1013 Says:

    Is there any way to get the brands that were tested? I loved the information but now feel as though we’ve been “dangled a carrot” and had it taken away. I would love to use some of that information to better protect my horse’s legs when training and competing. Thanks!

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