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Laminitis only affects native breeds.

True – You only need to worry about laminitis if you own a native pony who’s under 14.2hh.

False – Laminitis is common in natives, but ponies of any breed or size – and even horses – can suffer from it.

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Keeping your pony at a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of laminitis.

True – Being overweight increases the chance of your pony getting laminitis, so keeping him trim is really important.

False – Carrying a few extra pounds isn’t bad for his health.

Correct! Wrong!

It’s fine to give your pony sugary feeds, even if he’s prone to laminitis.

True – Your pony needs lots of sugar to give him energy, so he’s not lazy when you ride him.

False – Your pony needs a healthy diet that’s low in sugar and starch, but high in fibre.

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The disease causes damage to sensitive structures inside your pony’s feet.

True – These structures are called laminae and laminitis causes them to become inflamed, which can be really painful for him.

False – Laminitis causes your pony’s hooves to dry out and horizontal cracks to appear.

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Laminitis can also be triggered by doing too much trotting and cantering on hard ground.

True – This can cause concussion, which can also damage the important structures in your pony’s feet.

False – Laminitis can only be caused by eating really lush grass.

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Your pony has a digital pulse in his jaw that may beat strongly if he has laminitis.

True – You can feel for this pulse where his noseband fastens.

False – Your pony does have a digital pulse, but you’ll find it in his fetlock and pastern area.

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If you think your pony has laminitis, there’s no need to call the vet immediately.

True – Just keep a close eye on him and see how he is in a few hours, then you can decide if you need the vet.

False – Laminitis should be treated as an emergency, so call your vet straightaway.

Correct! Wrong!

Even if your pony doesn’t want to move, you should lead him into his stable.

True – You need to get him away from the grass as soon as possible.

False – Ideally, you should put him in a stable with a deep, fluffy bed, but don’t force him to move as this could cause more damage to his hooves.

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Once your vet has seen your pony he can go back out in his paddock.

True – Moving around is the best thing for a laminitic pony.

False – It’s likely that your vet will recommend your pony is put on box rest while he recovers.

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Laminitis can happen at any time of the year.

True – Spring and autumn are peak seasons for laminitis, but it can strike all year round.

False – It’s only spring grass that can trigger an attack.

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In 90% of cases, laminitis occurs because the pony has another health condition.

True – Ponies who have pars pituitary intermediary dysfunction (PPID) or equine metabolic syndrome are more at risk of laminitis.

False – There isn’t a link between laminitis and other health issues.

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If your pony has had laminitis once, he won't be able to get it again.

True – Just like when we have measles, ponies build up an immunity to laminitis once they’ve had it.

False – Unfortunately, it’ll increase the risk of him having laminitis again, so you’ll need to be super-vigilant in the future.

Correct! Wrong!

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Easter Holidays!

So, how happy is your pony?

Laminitis quiz

Laminitis only affects native breeds.

Keeping your pony at a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of laminitis.

It’s fine to give your pony sugary feeds, even if he’s prone to laminitis.

The disease causes damage to sensitive structures inside your pony’s feet.

Laminitis can also be triggered by doing too much trotting and cantering on hard ground.

Your pony has a digital pulse in his jaw that may beat strongly if he has laminitis.

If you think your pony has laminitis, there’s no need to call the vet immediately.

Even if your pony doesn’t want to move, you should lead him into his stable.

Once your vet has seen your pony he can go back out in his paddock.

Laminitis can happen at any time of the year.

In 90% of cases, laminitis occurs because the pony has another health condition.

If your pony has had laminitis once, he won't be able to get it again.

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Laminitis quiz

Laminitis only affects native breeds.

Keeping your pony at a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of laminitis.

It’s fine to give your pony sugary feeds, even if he’s prone to laminitis.

The disease causes damage to sensitive structures inside your pony’s feet.

Laminitis can also be triggered by doing too much trotting and cantering on hard ground.

Your pony has a digital pulse in his jaw that may beat strongly if he has laminitis.

If you think your pony has laminitis, there’s no need to call the vet immediately.

Even if your pony doesn’t want to move, you should lead him into his stable.

Once your vet has seen your pony he can go back out in his paddock.

Laminitis can happen at any time of the year.

In 90% of cases, laminitis occurs because the pony has another health condition.

If your pony has had laminitis once, he won't be able to get it again.

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