Does a Racehorse Know if He Wins or Loses?
Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB
November 1, 2019
And what difference would it make to the horse if he wins or loses? An equine behaviorist weighs in.
And what difference would it make to the horse if he wins or loses? An equine behaviorist weighs in.
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