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Equine Hoof Anatomy Equine Science External Anatomy Features. Original Power Point Created by Ginger Theis Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office June 2002. Equine Hoof Anatomy. Equine Science External Anatomy Features.
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Equine Hoof AnatomyEquine ScienceExternal Anatomy Features Original Power Point Created by Ginger Theis Modified by Georgia Agricultural Education Curriculum Office June 2002
Equine Hoof Anatomy Equine Science External Anatomy Features
The outer layer of a horse’s hoof is similar to what in a human? Answer: The finger nail
What is the hoof largely composed of? Answer: Keratin
Is the hoof alive? Answer: Yes, the hoof grows at a rate of .2 inches per month on the average.
The Hoof • Digital Flexor Tendon • Sesamoidean ligament • Digital extensor tendon • Long pastern bone • Short pastern bone • Coronary corium • Pedal bone • Laminar corium • Wall • White Line • Sole • Plantar cushion • Navicular bone
The Hoof From the Bottom • Bulb of Heel • Bar(s) • Sole • Wall • Toe • White Line • Frog • A. Central groove • B. Ridge • C. Lateral groove • D. Apex
Insensitive/ Sensitive Laminae • Insensitive laminae • Sensitive laminae • Laminar corium
Hoof Care • Hoof needs to be trimmed because it is growing • Hoof needs to be treated for any unhealthy problems • Hoof needs to stay healthy to support the horse’s weight and movement
Do horses wear Nike’s? YES!!! Answer: Yes!