Researchers Study the Genetics of Trainability
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
May 20, 2016
Scientists found a gene that could identify superior tractability, or how easily a horse can be trained or controlled.
Scientists found a gene that could identify superior tractability, or how easily a horse can be trained or controlled.
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