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Balls can add great physical enrichment. Footballs, horse toy balls and large ply balls can be great fun. If your horse is wary, introduce gradually and allow them to not interact if they choose to.

Finding different ways of feeding hay can add to the foraging experience. Add several different methods to create interest.   Ideas include: Ground haynets (small holes and safe closure systems – also only suitable for unshod horses) Hanging hay or haynets in trees Haynet hung …

A massage can be really beneficial and if your horse is happy for that level of interaction give it a try. Even if you only have a few minutes you can concentrate on different areas of the body. There are plenty of good books and …

Some horses really like music and it can create an interesting environment. Try playing different styles to see if they have a preference between them, often they do. If you play an instrument they might enjoy some live music.   Top Tip Remember that a …

This is great fun, you can combine vegetables into a kebab or hang them individually for a more challenging activity.   What you will need: A range of vegetables Some string   How to set it up: Make holes in the vegetables, thread them onto …

One of the most popular physical activities and one easy to get involved with is Horse Agility. This is great fun and can be challenging as well as introducing horses to different experiences. It also has a competitive element if that appeals to you. See …