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Your stable and supply rooms are just about set—fully stocked with horse blankets and horse grooming supplies. The last piece to fall into place is a good selection of horse enrichment toys. Horses are used to being active—whether that’s running in the field, performing a task or looking for something to eat—and when they have nothing to do in their stable, they can sometimes become bored. Aside from wanting your horse to be happy, staving off boredom can also be a good way to help avoid behavior problems such as chewing the stall or cribbing.
Horses tend to like toys that keep them active—both in their stable and out in the field. The best horse stall toys are ones that horses can knock around and make noise with, such as a ball on a rope or a stuffed animal. Rubber balls and other objects your horse will chase or bite might also make great outdoor toys for when your horse has more room to roam and play.
Providing mental stimulation for your horse is an important part of bonding and training. A few ways to mentally stimulate a horse include: