Dog Pit

The canine fossa (lat. fossa canina, eng. canine fossa) is a depression on the facial surface of the upper jaw, located above the root of the canine. It is bounded laterally by the alveolar process, above by the nasozygomatic ridge, below by the alveolar margin, and in front by the pit ridge.

The canine fossa is the attachment site for the levator labii and ala nasi muscles. This is an important anatomical structure that allows for facial movements.

The term "canine fossa" is due to the fact that this area is most well expressed in carnivorous mammals, in particular in dogs. In humans, the canine fossa is less deep compared to fanged animals.

The canine fossa is sometimes called the canine fossa because it is located above the root of the canine tooth. However, the term "canine fossa" is the most common in the anatomical literature.

The canine fossa (fossa canina) is a depression in the lower part of a dog's jaw that is located between the canines and premolars. This foramen is one of the most significant anatomical structures in dogs, as it plays an important role in the formation of the teeth and jaw.

The canine fossa is located at the level of the first premolar and second molar. It has a triangular shape and consists of two parts: upper and lower. The upper part of the canine fossa is between the canine and premolar, and the lower part is between the premolar and molar.

The dog's fossa contains a bone canal that connects it to the gum. This canal contains blood vessels and nerves that provide nutrition and innervation to the teeth. In addition, the canine fossa contains muscles responsible for the movement of the jaw and teeth.

The formation of the canine fossa begins in the embryonic period. At birth in puppies it is small and crescent-shaped. With age, the fossa increases in size and becomes deeper.

Dogs can have varying numbers of canine pits, depending on their breed and personality. In some breeds, such as bulldogs, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds, dog pits can be very deep and wide. Other breeds, such as poodles and Spitz dogs, have shallower and less deep dog pits.

The importance of the canine fossa is that it plays a key role in the formation and development of teeth in dogs. When teeth begin to erupt, they pass through the canine fossa and become anchored in the bone tissue of the jaw. If the socket is not deep or wide enough, the teeth may not anchor properly and cause bite problems.

In addition, the canine fossa is an important anatomical formation for dogs that participate in various competitions and exhibitions.