The parietal bone is a paired, flat bone located on the dorsolateral aspect of the skull in domestic animals. It contributes to the formation of the cranial cavity, enclosing and protecting the brain.

The cranial bones form the cranial cavity, which lodges the brain along with its meninges, vessels, and the essential organs of hearing.

The bones of the skull are divided into cranial and facial groups. The cranial bones form the cranium, which houses the brain and essential organs of hearing, while the facial bones form the boundaries of the oral and nasal cavities and also support the pharynx, larynx, and tongue.

The thorax, also known as the thoracic cavity, is a vital anatomical region in domestic animals that houses major organs such as the heart, lungs, and parts of the esophagus and trachea.

The sternum of domestic animals is a medially placed, segmented bone that forms the ventral (floor) boundary of the thoracic cavity. It is made up of seven bony segments, called sternebrae, and is elongated from front to back.

Ribs of domestic animals are elongated, curved bones that form the lateral walls of the thoracic (chest) cavity. They occur in pairs and correspond to the number of thoracic vertebrae.

The coccygeal vertebrae, also known as caudal or tail vertebrae, form the terminal portion of the vertebral column in animals. Typically, the coccygeal vertebrae become progressively smaller toward the tip of the tail, with the posterior ones often reduced to simple bony cylinders.

The sacrum is a part of the vertebral column in domestic animals, formed by the fusion of multiple sacral vertebrae. It serves as a strong, wedge-shaped structure that connects the spine to the pelvis and supports the hind limbs.

The lumbar vertebrae are the bones of the lower back, situated between the thoracic and sacral regions of the vertebral column. They are typically larger and stronger than other vertebrae, as they bear more body weight and allow a certain degree of flexibility.

The thoracic vertebrae are the segment of the vertebral column located between the cervical and lumbar regions and are anatomically defined by their articulation with the ribs via costal facets.