A guide to the horse's anatomy and basic physiology, with clear descriptions of how it works. Written for horse owners and students by a leading equine veterinary surgeon. Chapters include points of the horse and anatomical directions, the skeleton, tendons and ligaments, respiratory and digestive system and teeth and ageing.

Table of Contents

Points of the horse; the skeleton; deep and superficial muscles; structure of the foot; the tendons and muscles of the leg; the circulatory system; the respiratory system; the digestive system; teeth and ageing; sensory systems.