Equine Anatomy & Wellness The circulatory system of the horse What is the Function of the Circulatory System? First, inhaled oxygen is distributed to the various parts of the body. The circulatory system…
Equine Anatomy & Wellness The respiratory system of the horse The respiratory system is of great importance to the horse. It is directly connected to the circulatory system and significantly influences athletic performance….
Equine Anatomy & Wellness Tendons and ligaments of the horse Tendons A tendon connects muscle to bone and plays a major role in creating movement. Tendons are an extension of the muscle. The…
Equine Anatomy & Wellness The bones and joints of the horse A bone is living tissue with nerves and blood vessels and, next to tartar , it is the hardest material in the body….
Equine Anatomy & Wellness All about your horse’s muscles A horse has more than 250 skeletal muscles, which account for approximately 40% of its total body weight. A muscle consists mostly of…
