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A wild horse takes a dust bath by rolling in the dirt. It may be a sign he is happy or it may be to self-clean his coat by eliminating extra oils and to discourage insects.
The more dominant horses will have a favourite rolling spot and will be the last to roll in it. This means that their scent is the strongest and therefore their rank is higher within the herd.
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- Mustangs: Spirit of the Shrinking West_National Geographic magazine 2/2009
