KEY FOR QUIZ 1:
UNDERSTANDING THE EQUINE HOOF
Topic # 3184B
Created by: Tracey Hoffman
Source: http:www.agednet.com/subs/eq177.htm
1. The hoof wall is the weight-bearing surface of the hoof.
2. What is the wedge-shaped, elastic structure on the bottom of the hoof that aids in
absorption of concussion?
A. Sole
B. Bars
C. Frog
D. White Line
Correct answer: C. Frog
3. The white line is composed of sensitive and insensitive laminae?
4. List the three bones located in the hoof.
Short pastern, coffin bone, navicular bone
5. Each time the horse's foot is compressed, the veins open and blood is pushed in by the
arterial pulse and gravity. TRUE or FALSE?
FALSE. Each compression of the foot forces blood out of the foot. It is when the foot is
raised that blood is pushed in by the arterial pulse and gravity.