structures and function of the hoof Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 4 major parts of the hoof
A
wall
periople
sole
frog
2
Q
what is on the solar surface of the hoof
A
frog
bars of heel
sole
walls
bulbs of heel
central sulcus
collateral sulci
3
Q
what is the frog
A
rubbery wedge shaped structure positioned between the bars
4
Q
what are the bars of the heel and how many are their
A
2 bars on each hoof
on either side of the frog
5
Q
what is the sole
A
covers bottom of foot
shouldn’t contact ground
6
Q
what is the white line of the hoof
A
inter-connected lamina
7
Q
what is the coronary band
A
marks boundary between the skin and hoof
8
Q
what is the periople
A
covers the coronary band
produces waterproof layer
prevents evaporation wear and tear
9
Q
where is the germinative layer active
A
coronary band
solar surface
