Chapter 19 Horses etc Copyright 2006 Thomson Delmar

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Chapter 19 Horses, etc. Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Chapter 19 Horses, etc. Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Horses • Many of the anatomy and physiology concepts, as well as medical terms,

Horses • Many of the anatomy and physiology concepts, as well as medical terms, related to horses have been covered in previous chapters • Additional specific terms for horses can be found in this chapter Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Gaits of horses – – – walk canter

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Gaits of horses – – – walk canter gallop trot pace Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Bad mouth – malocclusion where the top and

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Bad mouth – malocclusion where the top and bottom teeth do not meet • undershot • overshot Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Galvayne’s groove – mark on labial surface of

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Galvayne’s groove – mark on labial surface of the equine tooth; used to determine age; usually appears around 10 years of age Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Laminitis – inflammation of the sensitive laminae under

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Laminitis – inflammation of the sensitive laminae under the horny wall of the hoof; a common sequela is founder Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Face markings • Leg markings Copyright © 2006

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Face markings • Leg markings Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Bridle – part of a harness that includes

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Bridle – part of a harness that includes the bit, reins, and headstall Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Cribbing – vice of equine in which an

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Cribbing – vice of equine in which an object is grasped between the teeth and pressure is applied Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Twitch – mode of restraint in which a

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Twitch – mode of restraint in which a device is twisted on the upper lip or muzzle • Float – instrument used to file off the sharp edges of equine teeth Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Longeing – act of exercising a horse on

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Longeing – act of exercising a horse on the end of a long rope, usually in a circle Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Unsoundness in a horse – There are many

Examples of Specialized Horse Terms • Unsoundness in a horse – There are many terms used in the horse industry to describe unsoundness in horses Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning

More Medical Terms for Horses • Additional terms for horses can be found in

More Medical Terms for Horses • Additional terms for horses can be found in the text • Review the Flash! CD program to make sure you understand these terms Copyright © 2006 Thomson Delmar Learning