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PONY IS LAME, NO SWELLING, NO CUTS, SLIGHT HEAT BOTH FRONT HOOVES, WALKING AS THOUGH STIFF THROUGH FRONT QUARTERS, POSSIBLE ARTHRITIS? LOOKS ALMOST LIKE LAMINITIS, BUT IS IT POSSIBLE IN DECEMBER?

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Hi, XXXXXXXXXX:

Yes, laminitis is possible at any time of year, as it is not only the fresh, spring grass that can cause an onset. Laminitis can also be brought on by different metabolic diseases, stress, diet changes and grain overload to name a few. This is especially true if there is a previous history of laminitis or if the horse/pony is overweight and possibly suffering from Cushing's disease or Equine Metabolc Syndrome.
If there is a chance that your pony is suffering from laminitis, please give your vet a call to schedule an exam. It's best to address the problem early before long-term problems develop!

Thanks, and best of luck!

Expert:	Dan C., DVM
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Answered:	12/2/2008

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