The most common deformities of the foot are flatfoot, angulation of the first digit, and clubfoot. Among the diseases that affect the foot are paronychia developing from an ingrown toenail, bursitis, and fungous diseases of the skin of the foot. Injuries to the foot include bruises, sprains...
The metacarpal and metatarsal pad refers to the main, big heart-shaped pad in the center of the front and rear paws. This pad takes much of the dog’s weight when they walk and run. As with the digital pads, they contain fatty tissue that cushions and protects the bones of the paw, ...
Sesamoidbones:These are two small, oval-shaped bones beneath the first metatarsal on the underside (plantar surface) of the foot. It is embedded in a tendon at the head of the bone (the part closest to the big toe). Its role is to reinforce and reduce stress on the tendon. The 4 Ty...
The metacarpal and metatarsal pad refers to the main, big heart-shaped pad in the center of the front and rear paws. This pad takes much of the dog’s weight when they walk and run. As with the digital pads, they contain fatty tissue that cushions and protects the bones of the paw, ...