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Moody horse? We’ve all heard the stereotypical saying, “oh that horse is a chestnut mare, her attitude makes sense”, or some variation of...
Twenty Four Carrots
- Mar 30, 2022
- 3 min
Why Show Barns Are Making The Switch
Show horses of any discipline are likely dealing with a greater intensity routine than most pleasure horses do. They must perform at a...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Jan 6, 2022
- 3 min
New Year, new goals!
We have said goodbye to 2021 and are a couple of days into 2022 which makes it a great time to take a moment and reflect on the past year...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Nov 1, 2021
- 4 min
The Secret to Healthy Horses?
We know they’re out there. Horses who are enjoying life. Horses who are brimming with health – strong muscles, shiny coats, hard hooves,...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Sep 2, 2021
- 4 min
Essential Grooming Tips You Need To Know
As horse owners, we take pride in our horses' health and appearance. A well groomed, radiant horse makes a statement. Here are some...
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Dr. Juliet M. Getty Ph. D.
- Jul 26, 2021
- 7 min
Topline Loss - How Nutrition Can Help
A smooth, strong topline is a definitive sign of health. Your horse’s back musculature not only looks good but is important for his...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Jul 16, 2021
- 5 min
The 5 Mistakes Horse Owners Make During the Summer
Ah, the sun is shining and the days are longer! For many horse people, summer time means more time with their beloved equine! However,...
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Dr. Juliet M. Getty Ph. D.
- Jul 6, 2021
- 8 min
Salt vs Electrolytes - An Important Distinction
Salt, chemically known as sodium chloride (NaCl) is fundamental to your horse’s well-being. Even horses who are not working require a...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Jun 28, 2021
- 3 min
The 4 Common Feeding Mistakes Horse Owners Make
Caring for horses is not an easy task and creating a diet that meets all of their nutritional needs is just as difficult. Like us, horses...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- May 4, 2021
- 7 min
The Important Nutrient Most Horses Are Missing
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are nutrients that horses are unable to create on their own and thus they must be supplemented. As this...
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Dr. Juliet M. Getty Ph. D.
- Feb 15, 2021
- 7 min
Chia Seeds - Nature's Tiny Miracle
It was back in 2010 at a conference in Denver, Colorado, that I came across a booth where chia seeds were being sold as a dietary...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Jan 15, 2021
- 2 min
Why Your Horse Should Eat From Ground Level
When looking at horses in their natural habitat, they are always observed grazing with their heads down. That’s because, quite obviously,...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Oct 28, 2020
- 4 min
Does Your Horse Need A Detox?
With the overwhelming amount of toxins our horse’s encounter on the regular, it is no surprise that their bodies can have a hard time...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Aug 21, 2020
- 4 min
Preventing Sand Colic
Sand colic is responsible for approximately 30% of all colic cases. As such, it is a very real health risk especially for horses who are...
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Equivont
- Jun 15, 2020
- 2 min
Equivont: What To Expect During A Pre-Purchase Exam
The pre-purchase examination is an objective evaluation of the horse to discover any problems that might affect the horse’s current or...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- Jun 11, 2020
- 3 min
Grain: To Feed or Not To Feed
Most people might think that horses and grain go hand in hand. Walk into any feed room and you are almost guaranteed to find a variety of...
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Equivont
- May 26, 2020
- 2 min
Equivont: Indoor Arena Etiquette
Picture this: the warm-up arena at the biggest horse show you've ever been to. Now, imagine all of those horses and riders shoved into a...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- May 18, 2020
- 3 min
Towing: Are You Hauling Your Horse Safely?
There is much more to consider when towing a horse trailer other than having a hitch, hooking up the trailer, loading your horse and...
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Twenty Four Carrots
- May 6, 2020
- 2 min
Colic: The Essential "To Do's"
You’ve set out the hay and “tucked in” your horse for the night when you notice that he isn’t interested in his food and he’s displaying...
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Equivont
- Apr 27, 2020
- 1 min
Equivont: 5 Principles of Equine Exercise Physiology
5 Principles Of Equine Exercise Physiology 1. A physiological system will adapt to stress by making itself more resistant to future...
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