Equine Behavior

The natural behaviors of equines are the things they do in order to move, eat, interact, and take care of themselves. Horse behaviors include feeding by grazing, walking and running, social behaviors, grooming, and resting, and many more. Enrichment encourages horses to behave in the most natural way possible.

A DIY snuffle mat made of a fruit shipping insert with grain and Cheerios treats.

DIY Cardboard Carton Treat Mat for Horses

Budget Ideas, DIY Enrichment, Feeding and Foraging /

DIY and budget horse enrichment alert: fruit shipping inserts make fantastic snuffle puzzles for horses! You can find these textured paper trays for free and use them to create an easy but satisfying food toy for your horse. This cardboard carton treat mat works with your horse’s normal feed or with tasty treats. It’s also […]

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Applesauce smear being applied to the licking board.

Licking Mats for Horses | DIY Horse Enrichment

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Licking mats for horses are an easy way to relieve boredom and promote relaxation. Give your horse a lick mat, and they’ll enjoy tasty sensory enrichment with minimal effort. And since licking mats for horses are an easy DIY project, your horse can enjoy the benefits of enrichment while you enjoy the benefits to your

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Five Tasty Ideas for Horse Licking Mats

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Licking mats for horses are an awesome stall enrichment and boredom relieving horse toy. With a lick mat, your horse gets a tasty food treat, relaxing activity, and sensory variety. If you’re new to using licking mats for horses, these five spreads will give you ideas for tasty, healthy lick mat options to keep your

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Winter Enrichment for Horses: 7 Activities and Ideas

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Winter can be a tough season for equestrians. Freezing cold, short days, less riding time, and the weather makes horse chores harder. But winter doesn’t have to put the brakes on equine enrichment! The winter season is actually a time that many horses need enrichment the most. Here are 7 activities and ideas for winter

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