#$%^&*AU2017276238A120180222.pdf#####ABSTRACT An equine hoof boot comprising a sole member for engaging the ground and protecting a hoof； a retaining means for securing the boot to the hoof； and a bulb engaging means for positively engaging the peripheries of the bulbs of the hoof, wherein when the boot is fitted to the hoof, said retaining and engaging means impede rotation of the boot relative to the hoof and the retaining means pushes the bulb engaging means into or onto the peripheries of the bulbs.
