Glossary
Hind Paws of Golden Retriever Puppy Plantar Aspect

Hind Paws of Retriever Puppy

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Dorsoplantar Axis
The imaginary line drawn from the dorsal surface to the plantar surface of the hind foot.
In the case of a dog or cat, this is vertical axis that describes the hind foot; the upper side is dorsal, and the underside is plantar.
 Cf. dorsopalmar axis

Dorsoplantar Axis Illustrated With Dog Hind Paw