Maybe it would be an atmosphere like the local barbershop or beauty parlor-horses laughing and joking, giving their opinions on everything from grooming to hoof care, or even relationships (both equine and human!) in the barn…Perhaps our horses are more aware than we’d think of events in the world, and would be full of be full of political advice. (I guess this would be determined by how often the barn radio is tuned to news programs or talk radio.)Would they discuss the latest stable gossip, plan practical jokes to play on people (the old poop-in-the-water-bucket is always good for a laugh), or gripe about the food? Maybe they would just talk for the novelty of hearing themselves talk!And here’s something I’ve always wondered: Would they speak French in France, German in Germany, and Russian in Russia, or would they speak English no matter where they were? (And would a recent European import in an American barn need a translator?) Would they ask for more cookies, carrots, and other treats? Or would they simply comment on the freshness of the hay and how well the turnout schedule suits (or doesn’t)?
"Do Horses Speak on Christmas Eve?" (Jan. 19, 2003)
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