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What is ment by doliocephalic? |
A dog with a long, thin head and muzzle |
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What is meant by mesocephalic |
Dogs with a medium length head and muzzle |
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What is meant by Brachycephalic? |
Dogs with a short head and muzzle |
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What are vertebral discs? |
They are found between each vertebrae. They act as a shock absorber. Held in position by a longitudinal ligament dorsally and ventrally. |
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Function and structure of the vertebral column |
Protects the spinal cord, stiffens the body and maintain body posture. Shields and protects underlying structures. Composed of irregular bones (vertebrae). Vertebrae are connected but facilitate some movement. |
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What sections is the vertebrae divided into? |
Cervical (7), Thoracic (13), Lumbar (7), Sacral (3), Coccygeal (?) |
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What is the most cranial and the most caudal parts of the sternum called? |
Manubrium (cranial) Xiphoid (caudal) |
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What is the function of the sternum? |
To be an anchor for the ribs. Forms ventral aspect of thoracic cavity. |
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What are the sesamoid bones found in the animals joints? |
Patella (stifle joint) and fabellae (in tendons of gastrocnemius muscle) |
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What is a joint? |
The point at which 2 bones meet (Moveable, slightly moveable, immovable) |
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What are the functions of synovial fluid |
Lubricant. Reduces friction Carrie's nutrients and waste to hyaline cartialge within the joint. |
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What is a ligament? |
Connects bone to bone. Thickened band of fibrous tissue. Forms capsule of joints. I.e. stifle joint |
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What is a tendon? |
Connects muscle to bone. White fibrous connective tissue. I.e. Achilles tendon |
