HOUSING AND SOCIAL NEEDS (cont)
You should consider the use of environmental enrichment devices for goats as they may have significant positive effects in their well-being. Devices such as hanging plastic chains or plastic apples can be used.
Hanging hayracks can also be used as an environmental enrichment device. Hay stimulates the foraging instinct of goats and provides roughage.
Occasional food treats may be fed in small amounts as treats or as rewards for acclimation to handling or other procedures. Goats like miniature marshmallows, raisins, crackers, sugar cubes, cereal or small pieces of fruit.
Consistent positive human contact is also considered a valuable component of an environmental enrichment program. Such contact will also provide for less stress and ease in handling.