Miscellaneous (Thoracic Limb)

Question 1

Arterial supply to distal limb (canine v feline)

Answer 1

Main artery to forepaw in dog: Median A
Main artery to forepaw in cat: Radial A

Question 2

Extension mechanism of cat claw

Answer 2

Contraction of Deep digital flexor M = claw extension

Question 3

Retraction mechanism of cat claw

Answer 3

Dorsal elastic ligament & common digital extensor tendon keep claw retracted

Question 4

In cat, what nerve & artery join & pass through what foramen in humerus?

Answer 4

Brachial A & Median N pass through Supracondylar Foramen