Hand-Feeding Treats
Sue McDonnell, PhD, Certified AAB
February 1, 2012
Hand-feeding treats creates the nuisance of horses and ponies constantly nudging and nipping at people.
Hand-feeding treats creates the nuisance of horses and ponies constantly nudging and nipping at people.
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