A couple of the residents own them, but they keep them indoors or nearby. [ there is a woman who basically sits outside his house with her cat, but that's none of his business, either.

this is really about the sum of his experience with animals, so, in an effort to contribute to the conversation: ]

I suppose it's true young colts can be difficult at times, though most trained horses are quite friendly, if not affectionate. [ it's been a while since he personally had to deal with a horse that wasn't eager to be brushed and fed. such are the merits of horse whispering. ]