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Applied Anatomy of the Mare

Objective: The objectives of this laboratory are to:

  1. Understand the anatomy of the mare and how anatomy relates to function.
  2. Perform a breeding soundness exam of a mare.

Before continuing with the lab, be sure to review the lectures on Anatomy of the Mare and Reproductive Soundness Exams (female).

Terminology: There is some terminology that we must get straight in order to communicate effectively.

  • Lognitudinal - a cut extending along the major or long axis of the body

Laboratory Activities (select an activity, use next and back button on each page or jump sections with the navigation on the left):

  1. Anatomy: You will examine the anatomy of the mare.
  2. Breeding soundness: Conduct a breeding soundness exam on a mare.