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Technically the horse doesn't stand on any of the bones in the hoof, they stand on the outter portion of the hoof. However the internal structures such as the pedal bone and a few others play a vital role in how the horse stands and how comfortable they are while in motion.

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Q: What bone in the foot do horses stand on?
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