Biting Their Way Into Your Heart – Anna Twinney

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Part One:

Last week my 18-month old Mustang colt, Excalibur, decided it was time to be mouthy. He is at the prime age to explore foreign objects with his lips and muzzles everything he can find. He enjoys learning about all types of textures, tastes and smells (which ultimately is a good thing). During this process, however, he decided to try his luck with me. Not his best decision to date, and what began as exploration, ventured into a “game” as he amused himself with nipping me when my back was turned. I tried numerous times to reprimand him but that was useless; just part of the game to him. Finally, I was able to increase the stakes to create a very clear boundary and put an end to this playtime exercise… at least for the day.

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