Horse treats

My grandson saw a tray of treats on our countertop and reached for one; I quickly let him know they were for the horses. He said, “They can’t be horse treats because they come in a bag.” I told him these were homemade and much better than anything he’ll find in a store. Horse lovers …

Horses in training or prepping for a show spend much of the day locked in a stall with very little stimulus. Seeing a stalled horse one day made me wonder if they get bored, and how does it affect them mentally. Horses confinement can lead to boredom, cribbing, anxiety, and stress. Mental stimulation is critical …