Hereditary laminitis in Jersey calves in Zimbabwe.
The clinical signs and radiological findings of a rare laminitis-like condition in Jersey calves (n = 6) are described. Regular hoof-trimming proved very beneficial. Pedigree studies of the affected calves strongly suggest a recessive autosomal inheritance.
Department of Clinical Veterinary Studies, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Zimbabwe, Harare.
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Hoyer
D000818:Animals; D002417:Cattle; D002418:Cattle Diseases / Q000235:genetics*; D005260:Female; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000235:genetics / Q000662:veterinary*; D008297:Male; D010375:Pedigree; D015030:Zimbabwe