Mikko’s Choice— Designed By a Horse Owner In Pain…
There's a story behind every great product — and Mikko's Choice has one of the most extraordinary ones you'll ever hear. Emma, the founder of Mikko's Choice, grew up working hands-on with animals of all species, handling everything from basic husbandry to veterinary care. She went on to earn a BS in Animal Science and a Master's degree in Animals and Public Policy. But life took an unexpected turn when a horse broke her back, leaving her facing a spinal fusion and a year-long recovery.
During that painful recovery, her brother — who opened a cannabis delivery service — convinced her to try CBD products for her nerve pain. The results were remarkable. They helped her get off opioids entirely and completely changed the trajectory of her recovery. Around the same time, her beloved dog was diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma — a rapidly terminal liver cancer. With nothing to lose, Emma gave him a human CBD:THC tincture to ease his pain. To his veterinarian's absolute disbelief, his tumors went away. He lived another four years instead of the four months he was given.
At the time, there were virtually no animal CBD products on the market. So given personal experience with the plant, Emma decided to change that. She combined her Animal Science background, her graduate education, twenty years of equine experience across Dressage, Ranch Riding, Hunter, and Show Jumping, and three years in the cannabis industry to create Mikko's Choice — a line of CBD animals products built on firsthand experience, rigorous science, and genuine love for animals.
Why Is It Called “Mikko’s Choice”?
So glad you asked! Mikko is Emma's own BLM wild mustang. She adopted him, lost him through heartbreaking circumstances, and miraculously found him again years later on Craigslist. He came back to her traumatized, underweight, and labeled "dangerous" by multiple respected trainers. Through patience, love, and the methods of legends like Buck Brannaman and Warwick Schiller, Emma turned Mikko into the balanced, thriving, deeply social horse he is today. The name comes from the thought that an animal might choose something that helps them feel more physically and emotionally balanced—aka, it would be their "choice," hence Mikko's Choice.
Emma is the sole employee of the company she built in honor of Mikko and all of her pets. If she wouldn't give a product to Mikko (or any of her animals), she won't offer it for sale. Full stop.
I've been using these CB D pellets for about 3 years now. I use them for my two horses on an as-needed basis — trailering, stressful circumstances, after hard workouts — and truly notice a difference. One of my horses is highly sensitive and reactive, and two scoops is just enough to take the edge off her anxieties.
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Premium equine CB D pellets and tinctures, third-party tested and dosed specifically for horses.
The formulations are highly potent, meaning your horse gets a meaningful, effective dose right from the very first suggested serving. And because Mikko's Choice is so concentrated, you actually end up spending less per milligram of CBD than you would with most competitors. More product, more CBD, lower price per mg. It's a better deal — and a better result.
The CBD Pellets deliver 100 mg of CBD per two scoops. A 1 lb bag contains 3,200 mg, which lasts 32 servgins at 2 scoops a day; a 3 lb bag contains 9,600 mg, which lasts 96 servings at 2 scoops a day. Compare that to what else is on the shelf and the difference is clear.
What Can CBD Help My Horse With?
Based on early research and the experiences of thousands of customers, Mikko's Choice products may help horses with:
Note: Mikko's Choice products are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any specific condition — but the customer stories are powerful, and we love sharing them.
What Does InfoHorse Say About Mikko’s Choice?
Even picky eaters tend to take to them with no fuss. For best results, give daily — either once or twice a day. You can give one larger serving or break it up across two feedings, whichever works best for your routine. If your horse is injured or particularly stressed, you can double or tripple their normal dose either in one serving or split morning and night. You may also use it situationally--for example trailering or a farrier visit. If possible, give it 30-60 mins for full effect.
Why Does THC-free Matter so Much?
When animals ingest TH C, they don't understand what is happening to them. Unlike a person who seeks that effect, animals can become extremely stressed and disoriented. Emma takes this seriously. You'll never have to worry about that with Mikko's Choice.
Side effects are rare but can include mild drowsiness or deep relaxation as your horse adjusts. If that occurs, simply reduce the dose slightly.
Please note: Mikko's Choice does not guarantee your horse will pass a drug test after use. Always check the rules of your specific competition association. Some shows allow CBD and some do not.
All products are independently lab tested, USA-sourced from organically grown hemp, and support small American farmers. And with every purchase, $5 is donated to an animal rescue — the partner rotates monthly and is always listed on the website.
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