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How To: Feed Treats

12/2/2016

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   Giving treats to horses is one of the most popular things people think of doing with a horse. Friends and family often want to show their affection or fascination for a horse with a sweet offering. What they don't know about giving horses treats is there is definitely a right way and a wrong way to feed a horse. Read below to make sure you keep all of your fingers and feel free to pass this post on so others do the same!
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   In the picture above you can see the treat placed in the center of the hand with fingers stretched out straight away from the hand. The importance of keeping the fingers out straight is that horses can't clearly see what they are grabbing with their mouths, sometimes they can mistake a finger for a treat. And you don't want that! Also, some horses can be over zealous when reaching for a treat and will nibble on the first thing they get their lips on.
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   So, always be sure to keep your hand clearly separate from the treat and you should avoid any unwanted attention. If you ever have any questions please feel free to ask! 
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