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Unfortunately, many of the following symptoms of Laminitis are considered normal. Many horse owners, even equine professionals, will ignore these symptoms unless the horse is actually lame. However, they can all indicate serious pathology in the hooves and be a sign of things to come. Assess your horses' hooves for the signs of Laminitis and take measures to stop it getting worse.
Here are a few photos of typical laminitic hooves displaying some of the characteristics listed above. Some are more obvious than others!
The picture below may not look as severe as the previous hooves, however, the separation in these hooves is a serious problem for hoof function and stability.
The hoof above is showing severe quarter separation extending around to the toe, sometimes it can be seen at the toe only and may also be known as ‘Seedy Toe’ or ‘White line Disease’. Nothing you can do to the external part of this hoof will fix this problem. The fix needs to come from the inside – through proper diet and management – for this hoof to grow a better connection. It also will never ‘reattach’, instead the wall needs to ‘Grow in’ from the coronary band at the top.
Diet plays a pivotal role in the healthy growth of new hoof wall and laminar connection. Choose an excellent quality mineral mix such as Missy’s Bucket, provide a low sugar and starch diet and reduce Iron intake. Along with appropriate trimming and exercise, these steps will help your horse get through the dangers of Springtime Laminitis free.
In the next article, we will be looking at a series of photos that clearly demonstrate how a hoof grows and see some examples of changes to the hoof wall that mirror management changes. Learn how to ‘Read’ your horses hoof wall.
For more info on Laminitis including treatment, rehab and prevention, have a look at the book ‘What is Laminitis? – A Practical, Step by Step Guide to Recovery’ written by Rebecca Scott and Zoe Messina. Available in the shop as a PDF.
‘If your horse has laminitis, this is the FIRST book you should read! A review by Linda Whitfield Cowles – Equine rehab specialist.
Missy’s Bucket Range of feed supplements provides essential nutritional support for Laminitis recovery and prevention.
Insulin Resistance is the most common cause of Laminitis and Minerals play an important role. A mineral balanced diet is crucial in promoting healthy insulin levels and optimal recovery from Laminitis.
Missy’s Bucket supports horses through Laminitis by providing the minerals, vitamins and antioxidants often deficient in pasture and hay diets.
Targeted ingredients promote antioxidant defences, balanced immune and thyroid function, normal glucose metabolism, healthy nerve and muscle function, and proper insulin sensitivity.
Dietary management including optimal mineral balancing forms the keystone of Laminitis prevention, management and recovery. Along with a low sugar diet, excellent hoof care and an appropriate exercise program, Missy’s Bucket provides the commonly lacking and crucial vitamin and mineral additions for Laminitis support and prevention.
Find out more about the Missy's Bucket products here.
