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Equine Hoof Anatomy

Equine Hoof Anatomy Equine Science External Anatomy Features. 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.

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Equine Hoof Anatomy

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  1. Equine Hoof Anatomy Equine Science External Anatomy Features Equine Hoof Anatomy Equine Science External Anatomy Features

  2. The outer layer of a horse’s hoof is similar to what in a human? Answer: The finger nail

  3. What is the hoof largely composed of? Answer: Keratin

  4. Is the hoof alive? Answer: Yes, the hoof grows at a rate of .2 inches per month on the average.

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. Insensitive/ Sensitive Laminae • Insensitive laminae • Sensitive laminae • Laminar corium

  8. 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

  9. Do horses wear Nike’s? YES!!! Answer: Yes!

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