Carr & Day & Martin is the world's oldest producer of equine care products. Their extensive and storied range consists of four categories: leather care, coat care, hoof care, and health care. These products are crafted from high-quality ingredients in their own factory and are supplied to discerning customers worldwide. With their long history, extensive experience, wide product range, and rigorous quality control, it's perhaps not surprising that they are also world leaders in their field.
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Carr & Day & Martin - The World's Oldest Horse Care Manufacturer
Carr & Day & Martin was founded in 1765, initially known as Day & Martin. It all began when the barber Mr. Day met an old soldier named Martin, who gave Day a recipe for black shoe polish that he had developed to shine his superior's boots. "Do it like this, and you'll make a fortune!" Martin told Day. Soon after, Mr. Day realized how effective the product was, and together they opened a small shop in London in 1770.Belvoir Leather Balsam - Their First Product Still in Production Today
Mr. Day was a man with a sense of publicity, and they used horses with exceptionally fine, black coats for the marketing of their shoe polish. Besides horses, their company also had access to fantastic stables and a wealth of horse equipment. This sparked an interest in equestrian articles, and shortly thereafter, their first product for the equestrian world was created - Belvoir saddle soap. It was the first glycerin soap on the market and is still produced today with the exact same recipe from 1800.Royal Warrant Holder for Several Millennia
Yes, you read that correctly - millennia, not decades, as many other brands might boast. In 1820, Carr & Day & Martin received its first royal warrant from King George IV. Today, several millennia later, that royal warrant is still intact, spanning nine monarchs on the British throne.Day & Martin Becomes Carr & Day & Martin
More than a hundred years later, in 1923, the company Day & Martin expanded its product range to include horse gear, both floor and metal polish, as well as various shoe and leather care items. The brand became internationally established and beloved by customers worldwide. It was during this time that Carr & Son acquired Day & Martin, forming the new and current name, Carr & Day & Martin.Carr & Day & Martin's World-Leading Range of Horse and Leather Care
Today, the product range consists solely of four categories:Other segments such as floor and metal polish have long been excluded from production. Now they focus solely on their core area - horse care products. This is where they are world leaders!
In-House Production of the Highest Quality
Unlike many other manufacturers of equestrian care products, Carr & Day & Martin produces its own products in its own factory. This gives them total control over the entire production process, from content to packaging. Carr & Day & Martin offers a high-quality range for quality-conscious customers. They use only the best raw materials and the most optimal formulations to deliver top-notch results for both horses and users. This means you can trust their products and use them with a clear conscience. Since 2020, Carr & Day & Martin has been owned by Cannoley's RED MILLS, a well-known brand in horse nutrition and feed production. In addition to Carr & Day & Martin, Cannoley's RED MILLS also owns Foran, which produces horse supplements, also available in our range. With these two brands in their portfolio, the group demonstrates its ambition to offer customers the ultimate selection of horse care products.How Does Carr & Day & Martin Approach Environmental Sustainability?
At Carr & Day & Martin, environmental issues are at the forefront of continuous improvement efforts. Their guiding principles are:- Reduce
- Reuse
- Recycle
With these principles in mind, they have made their production process 77% plastic-free so far. Many cannot imagine a world without plastic. It's a material that, in many ways, has enriched our lives and undoubtedly improved our standard of living. But just as plastic has had a positive impact, it has also come at a cost. Plastic waste has devastating effects on oceans and lakes, not to mention the carbon footprint left by plastic production. Moreover, plastic can only be recycled 7-9 times before the material becomes unusable. This, along with the above-mentioned reasons, is why Carr & Day & Martin has chosen to avoid plastic as much as possible and continually work to further reduce consumption. All spray bottles from Carr & Day & Martin, as well as many cans and other types of packaging, are made of aluminum. This means the packaging can be recycled indefinitely, instead of just 7-9 times. The idea is also to make it easy for customers to buy refills and reuse the same bottle instead of buying a new one each time.
