Laminitis: What is it and what causes it?


Laminitis is a debilitating disease of the hoof and is the #2 leading cause of death in horses. While often preventable, some conditions can predispose a horse to laminitis.










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Treating laminitis requires early, aggressive, and appropriate treatment in the early stages to achieve the best results. Delaying treatment can result in irreversible damage and ultimately death.

Laminitis

Severe laminitis case treated by Dr. Boswell at the start of treatment (first 2 pictures), during treatment (3rd picture) and after 1 year (right).

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