Anatomy & Physiology

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Anatomy of the Equine Carpus and Metacarpus
Learn about the anatomy and physiology of the horse's knee and lower front leg in this article.
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4 Misconceptions About Senior Horses With Swaybacks
Lordosis (aka swayback) in older horses might look dramatic, but it’s usually not associated with pain or welfare issues.
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Conformation of the Equine Pastern
The angle and length of the equine pastern should provide shock absorption and prevent the ankle from touching the ground.
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Do Equine Acoustic Ear Covers Work?
Is there any evidence that so-called acoustic ear covers effectively reduce sound?
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Horse Hoof Anatomy
It's important to understand your horse's hoof anatomy so you can communicate clearly with your veterinarian and farrier.
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Donkey Domestication, Physiology, and Disposition
Donkeys and mules are different from horses in their physiology and behavior. If you are new to owning or managing donkeys or mules, seek out experienced handlers for advice.
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My Senior Horse Anatomy & Physiology Diagrams
My Senior Horse offers multiple diagrams that can help you learn or remember various anatomical features in your horses.
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Horse Hearing: What You Should Know
Horses have excellent hearing because they can move their ears to hear sounds in almost any direction and in a wide range of frequencies. 
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How Diet Can Help Your Horse's Coat
Your horse's overall health is key to a shiny coat, but there are other tips to help your horse's coat gleam.
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Equine Guelph Senior Horse Eye Education
Equine Guelph is shining a spotlight on eye health in senior horses during their annual Senior Horse Education Month.
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Icing Tips for Horse Owners
Icing your horse is a great way to reduce inflammation and pain following a soft tissue injury. Follow these tips to make the job as easy and effective as possible.
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Cardiac Murmurs in Older Horses
This article can help you understand what it means and what to expect if your horse is diagnosed with a cardiac murmur.
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Horse Superficial Muscles Diagram
This horse muscles diagram can help owners better understand horse movements or injuries and visualize what's under the skin.
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How to Take a Horse's Respiratory Rate Video
Respiratory rate is a basic health parameter that horse owners need to understand how to evaluate. It helps them know how their horses are feeling. Nout-Lomas said respiratory rate also can indicate the...
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Palpating a Horse's Back for Soreness Video
Palpating a horse's back for soreness can be done by the owner to see if there are issues that a veterinarian needs to address.
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Radiographic Abnormalities of Equine Neck Vertebrae
Dr. Sue Dyson discusses the importance of interpreting neck radiographs appropriately to determine the likely clinical significance of vertebrae abnormalities.
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Are Horses Born with Neck Vertebrae Variants Prone to Health Issues?
Be wary of associating variations in the shape of the sixth and seventh cervical vertebrae with health issues in horses.
Horse teeth
Horse Teeth by Age
Illustrations of horse teeth from one to 20 years old can help you learn how equine teeth grow and change.
directional terms in horses
Directional Terms for Horses
Directional terms for horses can include things your veterinarian says, such as proximal versus distal or ventral versus dorsal.
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Clinical Features of Primary Neck Problems in Horses
Can abnormalities in a horse's neck vertebrae cause problems? Yes. Do those abnormalities always cause issues? No!
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Horse Hearing: What Owners Should Know
By understanding equine hearing, you can make your horse’s surroundings less noisy and therefore less stressful. Here are some ideas. 
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A Horse’s Sense of Touch
The horse’s sense of touch is very acute, and there are more sensitive areas of which horse owners should be aware. 
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Horse Skeletal System Diagram
Horse owner should know the names of all of the bones in the horse skeletal system so they can have a better understanding of injuries.
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Equine Eyesight Basics
Equine eyesight is important to understanding how horses react to certain situations, especially where their blind spots are involved.
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