An ultra simple horse toy made from upcycled water bottles? Sign us up! This easy equine boredom buster takes five minutes to make, works with any food or treats, and gives your horse a mental workout. Horse enrichment doesn’t have to be complicated to be lots of fun for your horse, so here’s how to […]
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Contrafreeloading: it’s a mouthful! But this cool concept is worth learning about, because it can have a big impact on the way you use enrichment and training with your horse. Read on to find out what contrafreeloading in horses is, how it works, and why it’s important. What is contrafreeloading? Contrafreeloading describes the way animals
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Here’s a fun, colorful, and easy DIY horse enrichment item for stall or pasture: a swinging snack toy for horses made from….wait for it…rubber dog chew balls! Sound silly? It’s VERY silly, but it’s also a simple and on-budget stall toy that your horse will love. A Swinging Snack Toy for Horses On this blog
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Every horse needs a slow feeder mat! These simple enrichment items make mealtimes healthier and more natural for your equine friend. This one is easy to create from a repurposed stall mat or rubber traction mat, and is rugged and durable enough to last for years. Here’s how to make this awesome DIY slow feed
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Repurpose a used horse stall mat to create the ultimate equine slow feeder for grain or treats! This is a great way to reuse worn or split horse stall mats, and you’ll create a better feeding experience for your horse. Here’s how to make a DIY slow feeder from a horse stall mat, step by
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This cute toy is versatile and entertaining for all horses! The JW Pet Hol-ee Bone isn’t made for horses, but makes a great horse toy with a little DIY setup from you. Let’s see how it performed as an equine boredom buster, and how to make your own horse enrichment toy with the Hol-ee Bone.
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The only thing better than a great DIY horse toy is an easy great DIY horse toy! This textured cardboard puzzle for horses is a simple but fun enrichment item your horse will love. It takes minutes to put together, you don’t need any special tools or supplies, and it is great for all equines.
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Looking for things to do with your horse when it’s too hot to ride? Cool water and ice related horse enrichment activities will make your horse feel great, and stay cool and hydrated. We’ve put together five very chill ideas to beat the heat this summer with these hot weather activities horse activities and enrichment.
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This easy stable enrichment idea is quick to put together and can be used over and over. Plus, this boredom busting, treat-loaded DIY horse toy is great for equestrians on a budget. All you need is a ball and an old hay net for instant enrichment and fun. What is the Ball and Net Treat
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Forage based diets for horses are becoming more common as owners discover the benefits of feeding less grain and other processed feeds. Have you heard “forage-based diet” as a buzzword online or at your barn and wondered if it’s an option for your horse? Let’s cover how a forage based diet is different, the perks
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