Protective boots, sometimes called splint boots, protect from external impact by acting as a barrier. They prevent the leg from being impacted and damaged by the horse€™s other legs and hoofs, as well as anything else the leg may encounter.  These boots protect the splint bone as well as tendons, ligaments and the cannon bone.  They wrap around the leg from just under the knee or hock to the top of the fetlock and fasten with straps on the outside of the leg. The Right Rap front boots are thicker bringing more security and comfort for your horse.