Autumn Laminitis – What are the risks?

Introduction

Lush spring grass is widely known to be a risk factor for laminitis. However, autumn grass can be just as dangerous. This article looks at why autumn can be such a dangerous time for horses and ponies prone to laminitis.

What Causes Laminitis?

It is now recognised that 90% of horses presenting with laminitis have an underlying hormonal disease causing the laminitis. These hormonal conditions lead to elevated blood insulin concentrations which is thought to be pivotal in causing laminitis. Long-term high levels of insulin in the blood causes constriction of the small blood vessels in the foot . . .

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