These are short chains that are strapped to hind pastern between the fetlock and the top of the hoof. The idea behind the kicking chain is that when a horse kicks, the chain will hit its own legs and it will learn to stop kicking to prevent being painfully hit with the chain.

What are Hock kicking chains?

How it works: This kick chain is worn above the hock and will not drag around the stall. This is a useful tool to use on those horses that want to kick the stall or trailer. Most horses will stop kicking after a short time with the kick chain but a small percentage will need to wear it indefinitely.

How high can a horse kick?

Some horses can kick with a force of up to 2,000 pounds. That’s much stronger than a punch of any professional boxer on the planet. Horse kicks are naturally strong because of their size. When a horse is full-grown, its height can range from six to seven feet tall.