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cannon bone |
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cannon bone the 3rd metacarpal (metatarsal) of the horse, or the 3rd and 4th metacarpals (metatarsals) of ruminants. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Yessiremychickadee was leading the first race going into the backstretch when she suffered a compound fracture of her right front cannon bone, according to a Del Mar spokesman, and was pulled up by jockey Aaron Gryder. High on the cannon bones I set both hands, intending to drag him out of the way-- my chance should not become another's chance-- but saw as I did so that he stirred weakly: the net of breath still held. Trainer Tim Ritchey and veterinarian Pat Hogan feel that the 3-year-old colt's leg requires more time to properly heal from a fractured left-front cannon bone suffered on July 21st. |
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