There are really bad turkey mites and ticks where i ride. One of my horses is super sensitive and breaks out easily. She does better with boots and a coating of spray. I bought sports medicine boots, but they collect so much dirt, they constantly need cleaning and washing. Is there a better alternative? Synthetic is preferable. Leather would get moldy or wet quickly.
The boots need to cover as much of the leg as possible. I have splint boots but it leaves her ankles vulnerable.
The boots do a great job in protecting her legs from bites- more effective than bug spray alone.