• Commonly seen in mature dairy cows during peak lactation, often a herd issue.
• Higher concentrate/protein, low forage, mastitis, metritis , acidosis  etc predispose.
• Occurs in sub-clinical, acute and chronic form.
• Rough irregular flooring , lack  of enough lying space also predispose to the disease.

PREVENTION OF LAMINITIS

• Provide soft flooring.
• Provide balanced  feed which includes sufficient forage.
• Practice foot bath using 5% copper sulphate for 2-4 days continuously every fortnight.
• Arrange for regular hoof trimming at least once in 6 months.
• Adequate lying space should be provided to avoid excessive standing.
• Check hoofs regularly for any injury and signs of laminitis.

                                                 Hoof care is essential especially in high yielders