Some horses are prone to laminitis which is inflammation and consequent break down of the interior structures inside the hoof walls.
Cushing’s disease makes a horse more prone to this condition.
You should get a veterinarian on board to help you suspect this condition.
Very prompt attention should be paid to slow the chronic progression of laminitis.
The Veterinarian and farrier should be contacted.
Symptoms are lameness predominantly in the front feet .
Horse becomes ouchy especially on hard ground or gravel .
They may even stand with the weight off the heel or toe.
The prominent cause is too much rich fall or spring grass which has a high sugar content also we aware of high sugar content in the commercial feeds .
Concussion of the feet and also hormonal imbalances after pregnancy also can lead to founder.
Below are some boots that help to get Your horse to be more comfortable if it has this condition.

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