A key to making the device effective was the discovery that flies are three times more attracted to the color blue than to yellow and that yellow actually seemed to repel flies. What colors repel horse flies? Wear light colors. In addition to motion, deer flies and horse flies are Read more…
Ear covers and fly hoods are permitted including noise reduction versions. They should not cover the horse’s eyes and should be a discreet colour to match the horse’s colour. Nose nets and face masks are allowed under British Dressage rules but not under FEI rules. Why do dressage horses have Read more…
Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil Spray 150ml can be used on both horses & humans as an effective midge & fly repellent. What will repel horseflies? Repellents containing DEET, citronella, or geraniol are effective against horse flies. Using a repellent along with wearing long sleeves and long pants Read more…
Ear Covers reduce the sounds when a horse is in a crowded environment, such as a competition. Loud noisy crowds can distract a horse, make them anxious or even spook them when they need to concentrate the most. This is especially true when showjumping. Why do horses wear fly masks? Read more…
As horses became the primary mode of transportation, braiding or plaiting their mane was a way to prevent it from getting excessively tangled up and/or getting ensnared in items like a soldier’s musket. It’s also a great way to preserve the health of the horse’s hair. Why do horses get Read more…
Fly sprays and other products that contain pyrethrins, permethrin, DEET or resmethrin are most effective, but even these will not prevent all bites. What keeps flies away from horses? Fly sheets, cool, open-weave, light-weight, mesh blankets can be quite useful at keeping pestering flies off a horse’s body. Fly boots Read more…
This blend of effective ingredients provides a long-lasting stay-off effect from all insects, even when your horse sweats. Correctly applied, this product can last up to seven hours. How long do fly sprays last? DIY insect surface spraying safety tips Effectiveness—insect surface sprays may last from 4 weeks to 3 Read more…
Here are our top picks for the best fly spray for your horse this summer. NAF Off DEET Power Performance Fly Repellent. Leovet Power Phaser Fly Spray. Carr & Day & Martin Flygard Extra Strength Insect Repellent. Naf Off Citronella Spray. How do I protect my horse from horse flies? Read more…
Just like humans, horses need protection from ultraviolet rays. Fly rugs and fly masks act like sunscreen. This helps decrease coat bleaching in dark horses and protects from sunburn and skin cancers in light-colored horses and those with areas of pink skin. When should a horse wear a fly sheet? Read more…
Timing is important and it is recommended that you deworm every 8 weeks. If you treat too early, the worms may be too immature to be affected by the dewormer. If you treat too late, the worms may have had the opportunity to produce eggs, which will infest your horse’s Read more…