One who has received a certificate which states, on the authority or reputation of the certifying body, that he has met certain requirements or conditions. See also: CAF; CF; CJF; CMF; ICF....
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[from the Latin caecus, blind]: A branch of the large intestine which is open only at one end, forming a sac-like cavity. a.k.a: Caecum, blind gut....
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The breaking down of complex molecules into simple molecules through metabolic action. The act of catabolizing molecules is called catabolism....
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Computerized Axial Tomography. Produces cross-sectional views of an internal body structure. a.k.a: CT scan....
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Flexible, somewhat elastic, skeletal structures....
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A conformation defect in which the fore limbs deviate laterally above the knee, and medially below the knee. This creates the appearance that the limbs are bent outward.. a.k.a: Bow-legged....
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carpus valgus: A conformation defect in which the fore limbs deviate medially above the knee, and laterally below the knee. This creates the appearance that the limbs are bent inward, under the horse. a.k.a: Knock-knees....
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[Latin]: The equine knee, or human wrist. -carpal, pertaining to the carpus....
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