Apr 4, 2008 · This special report on anatomy and physiology provides an overview of the horse’s head and neck along with the ears, eyes, mouth, teeth and upper respiratory tract.

Generally, a horse’s neck should be one and a half times the length of the head. The neck should tie into the horse’s body fairly high to provide good chest space. The shoulder and pastern …

Jun 27, 2024 · The neck extends from the head to the top of the shoulder area, ending at the withers. There are seven cervical vertebrae in the neck. The neck is very flexible.

Dec 12, 2022 · The horse’s head and neck weigh close to 10% of their total bodyweight². Horses (and many other herbivores) have developed an energy efficient system, which helps them to …

Jul 12, 2012 · A horse’s head should be attractive and proportional to his body, not too large and heavy, nor too small. The forehead should be broad, the eyes large and well set out at the side …

Equine anatomy refers to the gross and microscopic anatomy of horses and other equids (donkeys, and zebras). This page introduces the Anatomy of Equine Spine and Head.

May 16, 2023 · The head and neck are mechanisms for balance in a horse. An ideal neck is long and trim, with a clean throatlatch. The throatlatch should be trim and refined regardless of the …

Mar 4, 2021 · Whether you know about the name of the muscles or not, lift from the base of the neck, underneath in front of the chest is what we need to be looking for in our horses when …

Nov 2, 2024 · This article will delve into the anatomy of the horse’s neck, exploring its muscles, bones, and ligaments, and explaining how they work together to enable the horse’s …

Oct 9, 2024 · The head and neck are the horse’s control center, housing the brain and many sensory organs. Ears: Horses have large, mobile ears that they use to hear a wide range of …