The claws of one or more feet may be shed as the result of acute laminitis.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
When the soreness is excessive it may develop into an active inflammation of all the sensitive structures of the foot-laminitis, or into a local bruise commonly called a "corn."
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
laminitis denotes an active inflammation of the sensitive structures within the wall of the hoof, which in severe cases may result in suppuration and the loss of one or more claws.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler