Handling and Training Donkeys
Haylie Kerstetter
August 8, 2023
Owners often care for donkeys as they would horses despite distinct differences between the species. Researchers are seeking to change this.
Event coverage from the 2023 Equine Science Society’s symposium, brought to you by Zoetis Equine.
Owners often care for donkeys as they would horses despite distinct differences between the species. Researchers are seeking to change this.
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