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Bones and Muscles: Anatomy of Horses

When you have a horse it is very important that you understand several basic elements of equine anatomy to be sure that you are caring for your horse in the best possible way. You can do this on your own or talk to your vet to learn the basics.


Anatomy of Horses, pet animals, horse, health


First of all, you should know that the lying position is very difficult for your horse. Horses' bodies are not made to lie down for long periods of time, so be aware that if your horse lies down, there is something wrong with him. 


If a horse remains lying down for a long time, it risks damaging its internal organs. If you see your horse lying down, call your veterinarian immediately, as this is an emergency.


Your horse's legs are the most important part of his body. Not only do they carry his full weight and support him while he sleeps or is awake, but they are very thin and easy to damage. If a horse has a broken leg, he will be in a lot of trouble as he will not be able to lie down to fix it, which means the repair process can be very painful. This means that you must ensure that you always take care of your horse's legs and feet, at all times. This is really important for horse owners.


Another aspect of your horse's anatomy that you need to take care of is his skin and coat. These are things you need to focus on as they help prevent many problems and keep your horse happy and healthy. 


This means that you need to make sure to focus on these elements. You should groom your horse every day, especially after each riding session. You should always make sure that you are doing your best to take care of all aspects of your horse.


It is also important to note that a horse has a very advanced heart and lung system which can allow it to continue running or walking for some time. This doesn't mean that your horse never needs to rest; it just means that you can give him more exercise than you can do yourself! Keep all of these things in mind if you own a horse.


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