What makes horses so special? Yes, they are one of the smarter animals in the animal kingdom, but so are squid, octopus, pigeons, sheep, and pigs, and there is no law that keeps those animals off the dinner plate.
Not even close.
Horses, even among other equines, ride the short bus.
Which is why they were ridden into war. You try to ride a donkey into battle and he is going to high tail it in the opposite direction. HIS momma didn't raise the dumb ones.
But you were asking what the difference is. It is the movie industry. How many movies are there out there where the horse is the star or at least in a strong supporting role?
How many movies are there out there where the cow is the star?
There you go.
I’ve never heard a horse accused of being smart.
Jes askin; but, did you ever own a horse?