noun
- Inflammation of the laminae (sensitive tissue layers) in a horse's hoof, causing severe pain and lameness.
Usage: veterinary term; also called founder in horses
Examples
- The horse developed laminitis after eating too much grain.
- Laminitis is a serious condition that requires immediate veterinary attention.
- Signs of laminitis include reluctance to walk and increased digital pulse in the hooves.
- The farrier adjusted the horse's shoes to help manage its laminitis.
- Chronic laminitis can lead to permanent changes in hoof structure.