Preparing Horses for a Companion’s Departure
Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB
January 25, 2018
A reader seeks advice for introducing a new companion to her horse after his pasturemate’s death.
A reader seeks advice for introducing a new companion to her horse after his pasturemate’s death.
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