A conversation is happening across kitchens, grocery stores, doctor's offices, and dining tables all over the country. People are becoming increasingly aware of what goes into their own bodies. Consumers are reading ingredient labels, questioning artificial additives, avoiding ultra-processed foods, and paying closer attention to where their food comes from. Naturally, many horse owners are beginning to ask an important follow-up question: If ingredient quality matters for us

You spent twenty minutes preparing dinner. The supplements were measured. The medication was added. You mixed everything perfectly, maybe even adding a little extra grain or a favorite feed topper to disguise what was hiding inside. Your horse enthusiastically cleaned up every last crumb, and you walked away feeling pretty good about yourself. Victory. Or so you thought. The next morning, sitting in the bottom of the feed tub like a tiny act of betrayal, was the Prascend tabl

Most horse owners think sand colic only happens to horses living in deep sand paddocks. Unfortunately, that is not true. Veterinarians are finding sediment buildup in horses from all kinds of environments including grassy pastures, dry lots, show barns, irrigated fields, and even horses fed on mats. The reality is simple. Horses naturally ingest dirt and fine particles every single day. And over time, that buildup can become a serious digestive issue. What makes this especial

If you’ve spent any time around mares, you already know one thing for certain: their cycles matter. Estrus is not just a reproductive phase. It influences behavior, comfort, performance, and overall wellbeing. Some mares breeze through it. Others experience clear discomfort, mood swings, tension, or even a drop in performance and focus. At Twenty Four Carrots, we believe that supporting mares through their natural cycles should be thoughtful, effective, and rooted in both nat

When preparing horses for competition, most of the focus naturally falls on training sessions and what happens in the ring. But experienced riders understand that some of the most important performance gains are built in the moments between efforts. Because recovery isn’t separate from training. It is training. At Twenty Four Carrots, we believe that how a horse is supported between classes and show days can be just as influential as the work itself. Thoughtful, consistent re

Spring is a season we look forward to as horse owners. The days stretch a little longer, the sun lingers, and the pastures begin to wake up again. After the stillness of winter, everything feels easier. Rides get longer, routines feel lighter, and our horses seem to come alive with the season. But alongside all that renewal comes a less welcome reality: allergy season. Just like us, horses are highly sensitive to environmental changes. As pollen counts rise, mold spores circu

If you’ve searched for natural, non-GMO, corn-free, or soy-free horse treats , you’ve probably noticed something unsettling. Walk down the aisle of almost any feed store and you’ll see brightly colored bags promising healthy , premium , nutritious , and fortified . The packaging suggests a thoughtful, wholesome snack designed with equine health in mind. But when you flip the bag over and read the ingredient list, the reality often looks very different. Instead of recognizable

Appetite, Chewing Time, and Forage Waste in Cold Weather Winter horse feeding is about more than increasing hay. Cold weather changes how much a horse eats, how long a horse chews, and how much forage is actually consumed. On paper, winter feeding programs often look unchanged. The hay ration may remain the same. Grain portions stay consistent. Supplements are measured carefully. But actual intake can quietly shift. These seasonal changes in appetite, chewing behavior, hydrat

Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) is one of the most talked-about equine diseases, and one of the most misunderstood. When EHV-1 outbreaks occur, they often bring fear, misinformation, and confusion to barns and horse communities. While EHV-1 is a serious and potentially life-threatening virus, understanding how it spreads, how to recognize early symptoms, and how to support your horse’s immune system can significantly reduce risk. With today’s increased travel between barns,

As winter settles in, many horse owners notice a familiar change: thicker coats, drier skin, and a noticeable loss of shine. While winter coats are essential for warmth and protection, they often come with grooming challenges and a duller appearance. Fortunately, a dry or lackluster winter coat isn’t inevitable. Understanding how equine nutrition affects coat health is the key to keeping your horse looking and feeling their best throughout the colder months. With the right

Achieving peak performance in horses requires far more than training or conditioning. True performance begins at the cellular level, where nutrition fuels the body, protects tissues, and supports recovery after every stride. At Twenty Four Carrots, we believe in a whole-food holistic approach to equine wellness. Whether your horse is a jumper, dressage athlete, ranch partner, or endurance competitor, the nutritional demands of performance are significant. Their bodies are con

For horses, elite performance isn’t about working harder and harder, it’s about working smarter. When horses build sustainable strength that is supported by nutrition, balanced through digestion, and refined in recovery, the results are obvious, not just in the muscles we can see but in every cell in their body. Rethinking What It Means to Feed for Performance We believe true performance begins long before you enter the arena. It starts inside the gut, bloodstream, and nervou

Gut Health and the Whole Horse: Understanding the Science Behind Digestive Wellness At Twenty Four Carrots, we believe true wellness starts from within. A healthy digestive system is the foundation of your horse’s performance, behavior, and long-term vitality. Much like in humans, equine gut health affects everything from nutrient absorption to immune strength and even mood. When the horse digestive system becomes unbalanced, small changes often appear before larger problems

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