Arteries are less numerous than veins, and their total capacity is much less than that of the veins.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The more important Arteries are placed deep within the body; when they are superficial, however, they are generally found where least exposed to injury, as, for example, on the inner side of the legs.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The vessels that convey the blood from the heart to all parts of the body are called Arteries; those which return the blood to the heart are called veins.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler