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.

Knowing the horse skeletal system and the names of all the bones can really help horse owners. Whether your veterinarian or farrier is discussing an issue or you are reading an article, knowing the correct terminology can assist your understanding.

Note that the cannon bone is also known as the third metatarsal (hind limb) or third metacarpal (front limb).

The horse skeletal system diagram is copyrighted by Equine Network LLC, parent company of My Senior Horse. Adapted from Illustrated Atlas of Clinical Equine Anatomy and Common Disorders of the Horse.

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