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![]() #2: The cannon bone. K. Blocksdorf 2006 More DefinitionsUnderstanding Your HorseUnderstanding Equine DigestionWhat is a Horse?Understanding Your Horse's Hooves "Parts of the Horse- -The Front Cannon Bone"Definition: This bone extends from beneath the structures of the knee to the fetlock joint below. Along the cannon bone runs a smaller bone, called the splint bone. In most light horse breeds a cannon bone circumference that is greater than 8 inches is desirable. This means the horse has substantial bone mass to carry a load and withstand work. These bones are somewhat equivalent to the bones in a humans palm. From the horses knee downwards the foreleg bones are vestiges of former toes. That is why its sometimes said a horse runs on its fingers and toes. Pronunciation: kan non Common Misspellings: canon Examples: The sturdy Arabian mare had a substantial 8" cannon bone. More DefinitionsUnderstanding Your HorseUnderstanding Equine DigestionWhat is a Horse?Understanding Your Horse's Hooves |
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