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Anatomy of the hoof

The hoof of the Soliped (horse, mule, donkey, zebra etc.) has evolved out of the toed foot-like structure familiar to other mammals, such as humans. The “middle finger/toe” is the sole remaining digit,with the other digits having been transformed into either parts of the Splint Bones, whilst others made their way to constitute part of the Cannon Bone.

Anatomy of the horse

The latter is joined with the Long Pastern Bone at an angle to provide weight bearing support. To help support this joint, two Sesam Bones have symmetrically developed posterior to this angle, and are held into place with the help of thick ligaments.