BHA Conducting Racehorse Aftercare Survey
Edited Press Release
February 15, 2018
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) hopes to gain a better understanding of Thoroughbred aftercare in that country.
All aspects of caring for performance horses
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) hopes to gain a better understanding of Thoroughbred aftercare in that country.
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