Hindquarters Flashcards
1
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Gluteus
A
Forward impulsion, hind end action.
2
Q
Semimembranous
A
Extends the hip and adducts hind leg. Back of back legs
3
Q
Semitendious
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Extends hip and hock. Flexes the stifle. Back of leg just below tail
4
Q
Femoral Biceps
A
Extends hip and hock. Flexes and extends the stifle. Abducts hip joint. Back leg “shoulder”
5
Q
Tensor Fascia Latae
A
Extends the stifle, flexes the hip and abducts hung leg. That dent/space between hip and back.
6
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Tarsal Digital Extensor/Flexors
A
Extends and flexes the hoof. Above the knee in the back legs