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Horse Toy Review: JW Pets Megalast Ball | Budget Enrichment

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The Megalast Ball by JW Pets is a pretty cool little treat ball for horses. It’s budget friendly, versatile, and easy to work with. Here’s a review of the Megalast Ball, the best ways to use it for horse enrichment, and an honest review. TL/DR: this is an awesome, versatile toy with one important safety […]

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How to Make An Easy DIY Swinging Hay Toy for Horses in Stall or Pasture

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Update for October: do you want more info on keeping your swinging hay toy safe? If you haven’t checked out our ebook Safe Equine Enrichment, please consider giving it a read! This book takes a deep dive into the risks and safety concerns for equine enrichment and is a must-read if you like giving your

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Pool Noodle Puzzle Box for Horse Enrichment | DIY |Budget

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Pool noodles can help you create some fantastic horse enrichment. They’re easy to find, great for reusing and upcycling, and simple to work with. This puzzle box uses pool noodles to add texture and challenge to your horse’s forage box. It’s a stall toy and horse enrichment that’s easy to make and fun for your

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Pool Noodles for Horse Toys and Enrichment: Five Ideas

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Pool noodles aren’t just for summer fun in the water. You can use pool noodles for horse toys and DIY enrichment! Here are five ways you can use repurpose the humble pool noodle for equine enrichment. They can help you relieve boredom, keep your horse entertained in their stall, and encourage natural horse behaviors. Pool

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DIY Hay Ball for Horses | Budget Enrichment

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Hay balls are great for horses. They’re perfect enrichment for stall or pasture. But hay balls for horses can be expensive, so why not make your own DIY horse hay ball for free? Here’s how to make a DIY hay ball from household supplies. Your horse will love this slow feeder puzzle and boredom buster.

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Things on Strings: Easy Hanging Stall Toy for Horses

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Here’s an easy, budget friendly DIY hanging stall toy for horses. Is your horse bored in their stall? Find yourself wondering Does my horse need stall toys? Stall enrichment for horses is important for your equine friend’s physical and mental health…but stall toys can be expensive. The “Things on Strings” hanging stall toy is a

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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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