Not at all! We have developed a diarchy, and not here, so you may use my name.

[She snorts a little at the carrot. Theeeere's your problem.] Yes, they prefer sweets. Simply rewarding them with food for desired behavior often works. They are more intelligent than dogs, but many similar tactics can be employed.

If you are unwilling to engage the Nightmares directly, others are often willing to provide. We have a fair population of soldiers, and I suppose they must keep busy somehow...I may have some extra food about as well.