The two yearlings are being trained approximately an hour away and I have seen them a few times its not a regular thing

Heartland Lacey on the other hand I have seen almost every week since we bought her and yes I go and pet her and talk to her as she quite likes a wee scratch on the cheek. As well I quite often feed her carrots as well as some of the other horses. I do not feed carrots to other peoples horses as they are private property.

Of course to my trainer they are a means to an end and he does not generally show them any affection, he treats them well and grooms them but I have never seen him scratch an ear and talk to them

So a little of both really