External Parts of Horses

Front

What does the 'barrel' of a horse refer to?

Back

The midsection of the horse's body.

Front

What is the triangular, sensitive area found within the horse's hoof called?

Back

Frog.

Front

What is the name of the bony structure found at the rear of the horse's hoof?

Back

Heel.

Front

What is the hard, outer part of the hoof called?

Back

Wall.

Front

Where is the 'flank' located on a horse?

Back

The side, between the ribcage and the hind legs.

Front

What is the purpose of the frog in a horse's hoof?

Back

It provides cushioning and helps with circulation.

Front

What is the role of the hoof wall?

Back

It protects the internal structures of the hoof.

Front

What is the coronet in relation to a horse's hoof?

Back

The area where the hoof wall grows from.

Front

What is the sole of a horse's hoof?

Back

The bottom part of the hoof that is concave and protects the internal structures.

Front

What is the navicular bone?

Back

A small bone located behind the coffin bone in the horse's hoof.