David MacDonald obtained his Diploma in Horseshoeing in Oklahoma, USA, under the tutorage of leading equine veterinarian and master farrier Mr. Jack Roth. Mr. Roth was also a farrier to the United States Army for many years.

The inventor - David MacDonald

Under Jack's guidance David learnt the importance of knowing the anatomy of the lower limbs of horses and the importance of proper foot care. In his profession as a farrier, David has dealt with owners of horses in all disciplines and their frustration with various hoof problems that often lead to pasture or stable confinement, or, at worst, premature retirement from sports or leisure.

These problems led David to believe there must be a better way of protecting the entire hoof while also providing stability and reducing concussion.

"Like the human athlete, feet are the most important part of man and horse alike. A horse's well being is directly related to its feet. Driving nails into the hoof of a horse causes loss of conditioning to the hoof wall and potential trauma to the horse. I knew there had to be a better way of protecting not only the hoof wall, but also the entire hoof."

Thus the birth of Old Mac's Multi Purpose Horse Boots.