The Form and Action of the Horses Foot - A Historical Article on Equine Anatomy

This volume comprises a historical article on the anatomy of a horse's foot. Complete with detailed descriptions and helpful illustrations, it offers a great introduction into the subject, and will of be much value to discerning equestrians and equine veterinarians. Although old, much of the information contained herein is timeless, making this a great addition to collections of equine literature. The sections of this article include: 'The Hoof', 'The Secreting Structures', 'The Coronary Band', 'The Sensitive Sole', 'Growth of Hoof', Dissection of the Foot, The Frog-Pad, The Foot as a Whole, Blood Vessels on the Foot, The Coronary 'Cushion', 'The Lateral Cartilages', etcetera. We are proud to republish this vintage text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on horses used for sports and utility.