In the cranial lumbar spine, cranial and caudal articular surfaces are oriented between the transverse and sagittal planes, which facilitate lumbar spine flexion and extension. There are five metacarpal bones. In normal stance, as shown in Figure 5-2, a dog’s spine is flexed at the atlantooccipital and atlantoaxial joints, straight (neither flexed nor extended) in the remainder of the cervical spine, extended at the cervicothoracic junction, slightly lordotic in the thoracic spine, and flexed or normally kyphotic in the lumbar spine. There is a popliteal notch on the caudal tibia in the midline, where the popliteal vessels course. ⢠Leg or crus: Stifle to talocrural joint Left forelimb skeleton, noting joints and flexor surfaces. Those on the pad surface of the manus align the flexor tendons. Scapula, clavicle MC, Metacarpal; mT, Metatarsal. (Adapted from Evans HE, de Lahunta A: Miller’s guide to the dissection of the dog, ed 7, Philadelphia, 2010, WB Saunders.) Each exoccipital bears If you want to learn comparative anatomy of forelimb bones of different animal, then you are in right place. Directional terms from anatomic position in dogs are more directly compared with the directional terms in humans when the human is in a quadruped position or the dog is in an upright stance posture. (A from Evans HE, de Lahunta A: Miller’s guide to the dissection of the dog, ed 7, St Louis, 2010, WB Saunders.) These comparisons have been minimized, as this is a chapter about canine anatomy and not a chapter about comparative anatomy. In the spine, extension occurs as the back or neck is arched ventrally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed ventrally). Dogs are digitigrade animals and bear weight on digits II to V, with the main weight bearing occurring on digits III and IV. In particular, their forelimb anatomy likely exhibits adaptations to compensate for this type of lifestyle. The canine lateral wings or transverse processes are prominent and easily palpable from the skin surface. Hemal arches are separate bones that articulate with the ventral surfaces of the caudal ends of the bodies of Cd4-Cd6. Gliding motion in combination with rolling is needed for normal physiologic joint motion. Thank you so much. The anconeal process is needed for stability in weight bearing. The canine hindpaw has five metatarsal bones; however, the first metatarsal can be short or absent. The spinal cord ends at lumbar (L) L6-L7. Two Large Bones Making The Upper Limb, Proximal To The Body B. Intermetatarsal Dogs have much more limitation in motion in the dorsal and transverse planes. ⢠Digital pads or pads on the hindpawsâweight-bearing pads Medial and lateral tibial condyles, an intercondylar eminence, and a tibial tuberosity are on the proximal tibia. In the cranial lumbar spine, cranial and caudal articular surfaces are oriented between the transverse and sagittal planes, which facilitate lumbar spine flexion and extension. Digit I: One per digit, smaller The canine forelimb is known also as the thoracic limb and the pectoral limb, but we use the term forelimb. 2. A small sesamoid bone embedded in the medial tissues of the joint can sometimes be mistaken as a chip fracture. The upper limbs hang at the sides of the body, palms facing forward. It articulates distally with the ulnar carpal and accessory carpal bones by two distal facets and does not have an articular disk. postero-lateral aspect; except two interosseous space, Fused upto proximal third of The main planes of motion for dogs are as follows (see Figure 5-1): ⢠Pelvic girdle: Right and left hip bones and sacrum The distinction of the shape of the male and female pelvic inlet and outlet in humans is not made in dogs. Flexion motions of the limb joints are noted in Figures 5-3 and 5-4. If you want to memorize those important osteological features of forelimb bones, you may visit this link – Identification of Osteological Features of Fore Limb’s Bones of Animal (how to identify animal bones, anatomy of the body bones). Limb motion is usually described by motion of the joint rather than a body segment. Ilium, ischium, pubis For each axis of rotation listed in the next section, the plane of motion around which joint motion occurs can be viewed from Figure 5-1. Hope, you got an idea on comparative Extension Canine intervertebral disks likewise change little in size from the cervical through the lumbar vertebrae. The size of forelimb bones varies a great deal, because of the greater variation in size for breeds of dogs. The condyles are oriented near the transverse plane to allow cervical spine rotation. Those on the pad surface of the manus align the flexor tendons. anatomy of forelimb bones from ⢠Hinge: Metacarpophalangeal I The accessory bone serves as a landmark for palpation. Comparative anatomy between dogs and humans has been described in other sources. Canine spinous processes are relatively long. Joint Motion in the Limbs and Spine You may write articles or share any pictures or videos. Skull is dicondylic, i.e., 2 occipital condyles. The canine humeral head is less rounded compared with the human head, to assist with weight bearing. ⢠Arm or brachium: Shoulder to elbow The sternum is relatively long and has a manubrium and xiphoid process, with a prominent xiphoid cartilage. Patellofemoral Directional Terms and Anatomic Planes For example, cranial movement of the tibia on a stable femur is named stifle joint extension. Physiologic motion in joints with opposing concave and convex articular surfaces involves both roll and glide. The canine atlas, or C1 vertebra (see Figure 5-12), has a transverse foramen in each transverse process, a craniodorsal arch, and right and left lateral vertebral foramina for the passage of cervical spinal nerve 1. Dogs and humans have the ability to selectively produce motion in one, some, or all of the planes of motion at one time. The canine atlas, or C1 vertebra (see Figure 5-12), has a transverse foramen in each transverse process, a craniodorsal arch, and right and left lateral vertebral foramina, Thoracic vertebrae (see Figure 5-13) have small bodies relative to the size of the entire vertebrae. In the spine, flexion occurs as the back or neck arches dorsally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed dorsally). comment box. Box 5-1 Body Segments Types of joints are listed in Box 5-2. ⢠Artificial joint: Not described as a joint, ⢠Pivot: Proximal, and distal radioulnar, ⢠Ellipsoid: Antebrachiocarpal, radiocarpal, ⢠Plane: Middle carpal or midcarpal, intercarpal, intermetacarpal, ⢠Plane: Second carpal with MC II, third carpal with MC III, fourth carpal with MC IV and V intermetacarpal, ⢠Condylar or condyloid: MC II to V with the same numbered proximal phalanx, ⢠Complex condylar: Stifle (the term knee is used commonly with an animal’s owner), Tarsal joints or hock joints (this joint is referred to as the hock joint in common usage), Talocalcaneocentral and calcaneoquartal joints combined, Distal intertarsal: Central bone with tarsal III, Synovial: Proximal and distal tibiofibular, ⢠Hinge: Talocrural, tarsocrural, tibiotarsal (the tarsocrural has been referred to as the talocrural and the talocalcaneal joints combined) or ankle joint (the term ankle is commonly used with an animal’s owner), Metatarsophalangeal IâMT I with digit I, ⢠Condylar: MT II to V with the same numbered digit, ⢠Part synovial and part fibrous: Sacroiliac, ⢠Pivot: Atlantoaxialâdens of C2 and atlas, Between cranial and caudal articular surfaces, Synchondrosis: Costochondralâribs with cartilage. Distal interphalangeal II to V Caudal and cranial articular surfaces are oriented between the dorsal and transverse planes to facilitate cranial and caudal glides needed for cervical spine flexion and extension. The sesamoid bones on the plantar surface of the hindpaw align flexor tendons. Only gold members can continue reading. Dogs have many sesamoid bones that are embedded in tendons or near them. Because the term foot can be interpreted as a front foot or a hind foot, this term is clarified when used or specified as forepaw or manus, or hindpaw or pes. The tibial plateau slopes distally from cranial to caudal. Comparative anatomy between dogs and humans has been described in other sources.1-3 ⢠Ungual process: Extension of the phalanx into the claw unequal halves (ox, sheep Tarsal I with MT I Joint motions are named by one body segment approaching or moving away from another body segment or movement of some referenced body landmark. and goat, Very large and divided into two ⢠Synovial and fibrous: Sacroiliac The major direction of motion, such as flexion of the stifle, is physiologic or osteokinematic motion. For example, cranial movement of the tibia on a stable femur is named stifle joint extension. (From Dyce KM: Textbook of veterinary anatomy, ed 4, St Louis, 2010, Saunders.) The canine fibula is a long, slender bone that articulates with the tibia and also serves as a site for muscle attachment. Skeleton of the medial hindlimb of the dog. All bones are wellâpreserved and stem from the individual formerly catalogued as SII (Fig. Sesamoid bones occur when there are significant changes in directions of pull on tendons in addition to the tensile forces produced during muscle contractions. Okay, let’s start to learn and Accessory, or arthrokinematic, motion is smaller in magnitude and less observable. Aspects of the dentition, skull roof bones and the forelimb configuration distinguishes the new specimen from previously described Late Jurassic ichthyosaurs. Present in ox, but absent in During flexion, a limb is retracted or folded, a digit is bent, and the back or neck is arched dorsally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed dorsally). Metatarsal pad: Largest pad plantar to the MTP joints; triangular in shape Sesamoid bones occur when there are significant changes in directions of pull on tendons in addition to the tensile forces produced during muscle contractions. Caudal (Cd) vertebrae (see Figure 5-14) have distinct bodies and transverse processes. To assist communication among human rehabilitation and veterinary colleagues, some anatomic terms used for dogs appear in regular print with the analogous terminology for humans in parentheses following the canine term. ⢠Forelimb: Arm, forearm, and forepaw A. The average total number of bones in the forelimb of the rat is 96 bones. The canine scapula is positioned close to the sagittal plane. Digital pads: Palmar to the DIP joints; ovoid and flat In the spine, flexion occurs as the back or neck arches dorsally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed dorsally). The canine sacrum is relatively narrow and is linked to the pelvis with sacroiliac joints (see Figure 5-14). The canine scapula is positioned close to the sagittal plane. intermediate tubercle. The canine tibia is the major bone in the crus. Gliding motion in combination with rolling is needed for normal physiologic joint motion. In the limbs, extension motion occurs as the bones that are already close together and already form an acute angle move farther apart, such that the angle formed at the joint is increased or straightened. Body segments are listed and defined in Box 5-1. During flexion, a limb is retracted or folded, a digit is bent, and the back or neck is arched dorsally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed dorsally). Distally, bones are numbered 1-5, though 5 is always fused with 4. Digital pads: Plantar to the DIP joints; ovoid and flat osteological features for comparing –, Divided lateral surface into During extension, the limb reaches out, the digit is extended, and the back or neck is less arched dorsally or arched ventrally. Proximal intertarsal or talocentral ⢠Artificial joint: Not described as a joint The proximal surface of the radius articulates with the humeral capitulum, which is not as prominent as in the human. Other: os penis in malesâ1 The spinous processes are oriented close to the transverse plane. Limb motion is usually described by motion of the joint rather than a body segment. The talus articulates with the distal tibia and has prominent ridges. Some joint motions are planar or gliding motions and do not occur around an axis of rotation. Caudal and cranial articular surfaces are oriented between the dorsal and transverse planes to facilitate cranial and caudal glides needed for cervical spine flexion and extension. Dogs have a third trochanter, which is the attachment site of the superficial gluteal muscle. Two are located in the heads of the gastrocnemius muscle caudal to the stifle joint and are called fabellae. Joint Motion Related The average canine angle of inclination or cervicofemoral angle is 144.7 degrees.5 Dogs have an average degree of anteversion or positive femoral torsion of +27 to 31 degrees, when measured from a direct radiograph or with a method using trigonometry and biplanar radiography, respectively.5 The canine femur has a relatively thick and short femoral neck, a caudomedially located lesser trochanter, a prominent lateral greater trochanter, and a relatively short and wide shaft with a narrow isthmus in the middle. Tarsal IV with MTs IV and V horse and it is short and blunt in dog which is located at the level of glenoid The canine sacrum is relatively narrow and is linked to the pelvis with sacroiliac joints (see Figure 5-14). Most joints allow motion in more than one plane. and fourth – larger and second & fifth – equal in length), Located at the postero-lateral Joint motions are named in the following sections and described (see Figures 5-3 and 5-4) as they refer to the limbs, starting from normal stance. Total number of sesamoid bones in forelimb and hindlimb Twenty four in ox, sheep, goat, Twelve in horse Fifty six in dog âIn hind limb, there are another sesamoid bone â patella; one on each hindlimb of animal.â Total number of Directional terms from anatomic position in dogs are more directly compared with the directional terms in humans when the human is in a quadruped position or the dog is in an upright stance posture. The canine tibia is the major bone in the crus. Cranial to T11, the spinous processes project caudally, but caudal to T11, they project cranially. ⢠Nails or claws The tibia articulates with the fibula proximally, along the interosseous crest, and distally. Roll occurs in the same direction as the movement of the moving segment of the bone, but glide directions differ based on whether the moving articular surface is concave or convex. The direction of shoulder flexion motion is opposite to this in humans. The C3-C6 vertebrae have nonbifid spinous processes, large and flat spinous processes, caudal and cranial articular surface facets that are narrower than the transverse processes, large transverse processes, and transverse foramina for the passage of vertebral arteries. Rolls involve one bone rolling on another. At T10, the size of the body begins to increase and the length of spinous process decreases. The function of a human forelimb is to help with balance, reach objects, and carry objects. The radius is the medial forearm bone and is the main weight-bearing bone of the antebrachium distally. Caudal and cranial articular surfaces are oriented close to the dorsal plane. Occasionally adjacent bones are convex on both joint surfaces. A notable difference between dogs and humans is the meaning of shoulder flexion. ⢠Complex condylar: Stifle (the term knee is used commonly with an animal’s owner) ⢠Pivot: Proximal, and distal radioulnar The sesamoid bones on the plantar surface of the hindpaw align flexor tendons. Some joint motions are planar or gliding motions and do not occur around an axis of rotation. The canine axis is very large relative to the size of other canine cervical vertebrae. Canine spinous, Lumbar vertebrae (see Figure 5-13) have bodies that are larger than thoracic vertebral bodies. This deviation allows the hindpaws to pass lateral to the forepaws when dogs gallop.4 The calcaneus is large and serves as the insertion of the common calcaneal tendon. Extension is motion in the sagittal plane in the direction opposite to that of flexion motion. The hemal arches provide protection for the median coccygeal artery, which is enclosed by the arches. Thoracic vertebrae (see Figure 5-13) have small bodies relative to the size of the entire vertebrae. aspect in ox, sheep and goat, Located at postero-lateral and The central tarsal bone lies between the talus and the numbered tarsal bones I to III. Canine spinous processes are relatively long. The cranial articular surfaces are similar to those in more cranial vertebrae in shape and location; however, the caudal articular processes are bifid and are more centrally located, whereas articular processes in more cranial vertebrae are located more laterally. The size of forelimb bones varies a great deal, because of the greater variation in size for breeds of dogs. We need the following important The canine ischiatic or ischial tuberosities are wide and project caudally to form a broad ischiatic table. The number of ventral forearm muscles is constant across the four taxa (N = 8; Diogo et al., 2013; this work) and thus contrasts with the number of ventral leg muscles, which increases from salamanders and lizards (N = 6) to rats3 In the spine, extension occurs as the back or neck is arched ventrally (i.e., the convex portion of the arch is directed ventrally).< div class='tao-gold-member'> Hindlimb ⢠The transverse plane divides the body into cranial and caudal portions. This text is intended for people who already possess knowledge of either veterinary or human anatomy. Dogs have an abbreviated clavicle that does not articulate with the rest of the skeleton. Individual vertebral bone size and shape vary among breeds. Flexion motions of the limb joints are noted in Figures 5-3 and, A notable difference between dogs and humans is the meaning of, During extension, the limb reaches out, the digit is extended, and the back or neck is less arched dorsally or, Other Modalities in Veterinary Rehabilitation, Therapeutic Exercises: Joint Motion, Strengthening, Endurance, and Speed Exercises, Common Conditions and Physical Rehabilitation of the Athletic Patient, History of Canine Physical Rehabilitation, Canine Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy. The spinous process is nonbifid. (A forearm, however, is the part of the human arm or forelimb between the elbow and the wrist.) ⢠Thoracic or pectoral girdle Motion may occur in any of three planes of motion or some combination. Four sites with limited motion exist within the canine spine. The spinal cord ends at lumbar (L) L6-L7. Caudal (Cd) vertebrae (see Figure 5-14) have distinct bodies and transverse processes. The size of hindlimb bones varies a great deal, because of the great variation in size for breeds of dogs. The spine consists of five areas of the vertebral column: the cervical vertebrae and its articulation with the head, thoracic vertebrae, lumbar vertebrae, sacral vertebrae, and the coccygeal vertebrae (Figures 5-11 through 5-14). A normal amount of glide occurs in normal functioning joints. The anconeal process is needed for stability in weight bearing. To assist communication among human rehabilitation and veterinary colleagues, some anatomic terms used for dogs appear in regular print with the analogous terminology for humans in parentheses following the canine term. Tarsal IV is large and articulates with the calcaneus and metatarsal bones, spanning this entire region. This deviation allows the hindpaws to pass lateral to the forepaws when dogs gallop.4 The calcaneus is large and serves as the insertion of the common calcaneal tendon. The L7-S1 joint appears to orient between the sagittal and frontal planes to allow more rotation at this intervertebral level. All vertebrae, except the sacral vertebrae, remain separate and form individual joints. Extension beyond normal is sometimes termed hyperextension. The forelimbs bear 60% of the dog’s weight. The radius is the medial forearm bone and is the main weight-bearing bone of the antebrachium distally. Carpal pad: Small pad palmar to the carpus Distal interphalangeal II to V The spinous processes block excessive extension of the thoracic spine. (From Evans HE: Miller’s anatomy of the dog, ed 4, Philadelphia, 2013, WB Saunders.) There is a distinctive groove in the lateral malleolus, the sulcus malleolaris lateralis, through which course the tendons of the lateral digital extensor and peroneus brevis muscles. bones of the forelimb. The carpus normally has greater than 180 degrees of extension. A glide is described by identifying the joint motion, the direction of the glide, and which bone is moving. The central tarsal bone lies between the talus and the numbered tarsal bones I to III. The radial carpal bone is analogous to the fused scaphoid and lunate. The canine axis or C2 has a large spinous process with an expanded arch, a wide body, and large transverse processes (see. bones, Distal row – (first carpal), A glide is described by identifying the joint motion, the direction of the glide, and which bone is moving. These comparisons have been minimized, as this is a chapter about canine anatomy and not a chapter about comparative anatomy. Long bones of the forelimb (humerus, ulna and radius) of 49 individuals belonging to 8 species of procyonids, 1 species of ailurid, 1 of mephitid and 8 of mustelids were used in our study. Hindlimb ⢠Ventrodorsal axis: Dorsal plane motion occurs around an axis of rotation that is directed ventrodorsally. For example, elbow flexion is recommended rather than forearm flexion. Canine medial and lateral femoral condyles are equally prominent, but the articular surface of the medial femoral condyle projects more cranially than that of the lateral femoral condyle. The bones of the dog skeleton and limbs are illustrated in Figures 5-2. Joint Motion and Shape of Articular Surfaces The canine femur is the heaviest4 and largest5 canine bone. Glides are shear type or sliding motions of opposing articular surfaces. Figure 5-10 Skeleton of the left plantar (A), left lateral (B), and left dorsal (C) hindpaw of the dog. Canine medial and lateral femoral condyles are equally prominent, but the articular surface of the medial femoral condyle projects more cranially than that of the lateral femoral condyle. In dogs, caudal retraction of the humerus in relation to the scapula is shoulder flexion, whereas cranial motion of the humerus in relation to the scapula is shoulder extension. degree of anteversion or positive femoral torsion of +27 to 31 degrees, when measured from a direct radiograph or with a method using trigonometry and biplanar radiography, respectively. Dorsal and palmar on DIP joints of digits I to V; cartilage; small The collarbone of the bird is fused for stability and is called the furculum. Tarsometatarsal At T10, the size of the body begins to increase and the length of spinous process decreases. Dogs have many sesamoid bones that are embedded in tendons or near them. Cheryl Riegger-Krugh, Darryl L. Millis and Joseph P. Weigel Flexion Dorsal and plantar on DIP jointsâcartilaginous; one per digit I to V; small There are nine pairs of vertebrosternal, or true, ribs and four pairs of vertebrocostal, or false, ribs. Physiologic motion in joints with opposing concave and convex articular surfaces involves both roll and glide. In the limbs, flexion motion occurs as the bones on either side of a joint move closer together and the joint angle becomes more acute. ⢠Pivot: Atlantoaxialâdens of C2 and atlas The canine lateral wings or transverse processes are prominent and easily palpable from the skin surface. ⢠Spinal regions Bony landmarks on the bones of the limbs are shown in Figures 5-5 through 5-10. The terms trunk, neck, and head refer to the same body segments in dogs and humans. ⢠Saddle/condylar Two are located in the heads of the gastrocnemius muscle caudal to the stifle joint and are called. Occasionally, body segment motion is used to describe limb motion when motion does not involve axial motion with a joint as a pivot point. ox, sheep and goat Distraction or traction accessory motions are tensile or pulling-apart movements between bones. Dogs have many sesamoid bones that are embedded in tendons where there are significant compressive and tensile forces produced during muscle contractions. The average canine angle of inclination or cervicofemoral angle is 144.7 degrees.5 Dogs have an average degree of anteversion or positive femoral torsion of +27 to 31 degrees, when measured from a direct radiograph or with a method using trigonometry and biplanar radiography, respectively.5 The canine femur has a relatively thick and short femoral neck, a caudomedially located lesser trochanter, a prominent lateral greater trochanter, and a relatively short and wide shaft with a narrow isthmus in the middle. rest digits in dog, Total Most joints allow motion in more than one plane. Figure 5-1 Orientation to planes of motion and directional terms for the dog. Large bones distal to the body and proximal to the carpels O b. ⢠Digits or phalanges or toes An axis of rotation for a joint motion is a straight line or rod that is 90 degrees to the plane of motion. An additional morphological trait distinguishing L. pictus from other caniforms is its reported absence of a manual digit I (pollex) or âdewclawâ. The ulna is the lateral forearm bone and has a very prominent olecranon process, which allows secure attachment for the large triceps brachii muscle, needed as an antigravity muscle for weight bearing in dogs. Flexion may also be referenced to limb motions involving closing angles during the swing phase of gait. Extension is motion in the sagittal plane in the direction opposite to that of flexion motion. Jul 8, 2016 | Posted by admin in SUGERY, ORTHOPEDICS & ANESTHESIA | Comments Off on Canine Anatomy, Cheryl Riegger-Krugh, Darryl L. Millis and Joseph P. Weigel, This text is intended for people who already possess knowledge of either veterinary or human anatomy. The talus articulates with the distal tibia and has prominent ridges. The ribs have vertebral attachments (see Figure 5-11). For example, stifle flexion involving the tibia and femur is termed caudal glide of the tibia on the femur. There is a distinctive groove in the lateral malleolus, the sulcus malleolaris lateralis, through which course the tendons of the lateral digital extensor and peroneus brevis muscles. Figure 5-2 Skeleton of a male dog, left lateral view. An axis of rotation for a joint motion is a straight line or rod that is 90 degrees to the plane of motion. ⢠Saddle plane: First carpal with MC I The long bones of the forelimbs carry a greater share of the body weight, but also the weight of antlers, which are bigger and heavier in males. Carpus or carpals ⢠Symphysis: Symphysis pelvis Glides are shear type or sliding motions of opposing articular surfaces. features from the following forelimb Spine Lumbar: L1 through L7 The bones of the hind limb are femur (thigh bone â the longest bone), tibia and fibula, tarsals (ankle bones â 7 in number), metatarsals (5 in number) and phalanges (digits â 14 in number). The axes of rotational joint motion are as follows: ⢠Transverse axis: Sagittal plane motion occurs around an axis of rotation that is directed mediolaterally. The word canine is an adjective and the word dog is a noun; these terms are used in this consistent grammatical form throughout the chapter. Pad surface on MCP joints in interosseous tendons of digits II to V; two per digit; smaller Dogs and humans have the ability to selectively produce motion in one, some, or all of the planes of motion at one time. bones from different animal. The sesamoid bones at the dorsal surface of each metacarpophalangeal joint align the extensor tendons for optimal muscle action. We have chosen to use some terms consistently throughout the chapter, rather than use equally acceptable synonyms. The tibial cochlea articulate with the trochlea of the talus to form the talocrural joint. Skeleton of the medial forelimb of the dog. carpal bones, Distal row – (second and third They carry a number of radial cartilages consisting of varying numbers of short segments; beyond these are located delicate fin rays. The third is the smallest, is located in the proximal attachment of the popliteus muscle, and articulates with the lateral tibial condyle. The number of vertebrae is listed in Box 5-1. ⢠Forearm or antebrachium: Elbow to carpal joint, Dorsal on MCP joints in common digital extensor tendons of digits II to V; one per digit; small, Pad surface on MCP joints in interosseous tendons of digits II to V; two per digit; smaller, Dorsal and palmar on DIP joints of digits I to V; cartilage; small, ⢠One sesamoid bone in the tendon of the abductor pollicis longus, ⢠Digits or phalanges I to V, numbered medial to lateral, ⢠Dewclaw or pollex or digit I with 2 phalanges, ⢠Pads on the paws or digital pads: Weight-bearing pads, Carpal pad: Small pad palmar to the carpus, Metacarpal pad: Largest pad palmar to the MCP joints; triangular in shape, Digital pads: Palmar to the DIP joints; ovoid and flat, ⢠Ungual process: Extension of the phalanx into the claw, ⢠Leg or crus: Stifle to talocrural joint, Dorsal on MTP joints in long digital extensor tendons of digits II to V; one per digit; small, Plantar surface on MTP joints in interosseous tendons of digits II to V; two per digit; large, Dorsal and plantar on DIP jointsâcartilaginous; one per digit I to V; small, ⢠Dewclaw or digit I or halluxâmay be absent, fully developed and articulating with a metatarsal, or may be a vestigial, that is, a trace or rudimentary structure, with a terminal phalanx and no proximal phalanx or metatarsal bone, ⢠Digital pads or pads on the hindpawsâweight-bearing pads, Tarsal pad: Small pad plantar to the talocrural joint, Metatarsal pad: Largest pad plantar to the MTP joints; triangular in shape, Digital pads: Plantar to the DIP joints; ovoid and flat, ⢠Ungual process: Extension of the distal phalanx into the nail, Caudal or coccygeal: Cd1-Cd20; some dogs have more or fewer, ⢠Bones in the dog skeleton (excludes auditory ossicles), Sternum: 8 fused bonesâmanubrium or first sternebra, 6 additional sternebrae, and the xiphoid process, ⢠Pelvic girdle: Right and left hip bones and sacrum, ⢠Pelvic complex: Hip bones, lumbar spine, sacral spine, caudal spine, sacroiliac joints, and hip joints. 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