Why do they give salt blocks to Whitetail deer?

Answer by  flamb (34)

Normally, no one puts a salt block out for deer. Farmers will put them out for cattle and the deer are attracted to the salt licks. Hunters may also put salt blocks to entice the Whitetail deer to certain areas of a property in order to shoot the deer.

Answer by  msbee (484)

To many animals such as deer, moose and other equestrian animals such as a horse use salt blocks for licking. Salty flavors are appealing to animals and are licked as a treat.

Answer by  SandyG (807)

Deer need the salt in their diet and crave it. It is a gift to deer, like leaving them dried corn.

Answer by  kf4vkp (295)

They attract the deer and have them returning to the same location. This is beneficial for hunting purposes because the location of the deer are known.