Himalayan Secrets© Compressed Himalayan Rock Salt Animal Licks are made with 100% natural Himalayan rock salt sourced from the salt ranges at the foothills of the majestic Himalayas in Pakistan, which is loaded with 84 essential minerals and trace elements. This makes them the ideal source of minerals for all animals, including horses, cows, sheep, deer, goats, and more. What sets our licks apart is our meticulous manufacturing process. We start by selecting only the finest food-grade Himalayan rock salt, which contains a high saturation of minerals. We then separate the salt rocks into dark and light shades, with the lighter shades containing more sodium and fewer minerals. Next, we use customized Pressing Machines to compress the powder-grain salt under tons of pressure. This ensures the licks' durability and prevents them from crumbling or dissolving too quickly. We've even tested our licks outdoors in extreme weather conditions, and they've held up better than expected.