Help! My Horse Won’t Stop Rubbing His Tail
Haylie Kerstetter
June 23, 2023
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why a horse might rub his tail and what owners can do to stop it.
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why a horse might rub his tail and what owners can do to stop it.
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