RISK TO HORSES: Symptoms include headache, cough, shortness of breath and fever. Rabies virus is transmitted through saliva or nervous system tissue, and occurs from the bites of bats or other rabid animals. Do bats drink horse blood? Like the legendary monster that they’re named after, these small mammals drink Read more…
The common vampire bat tends to feed off mammals like cows, pigs and horses, while white-winged and hairy-legged vampire bats primarily feed on birds like sleeping chickens. That said, vampire bites will take a bite out of humans if given the chance. But such instances are rare. Do bats drink Read more…
Fly predators or fly parasites are becoming a more common avenue of fly control for horse owners as they are safe for horses and gentle on the environment. Fly predators are a gnat-sized, nocturnal, stinger-less wasp that lays eggs in fly pupa. They feed on the larvae of the fly Read more…
They transmit diseases and internal parasites. They can also make horses sick or weak due to blood loss. They can cause horses to lose weight and hair due to irritation from the flies. The use of repellents applied daily to your horse is helpful against horse, deer and stable flies. Read more…
Step 1: Keep those stalls clean. “Both house flies and stable flies prefer a moist area to lay their eggs in,” Larson said. Step 2: Don’t dump soiled bedding near the barn. Step 3: Clear up damp areas regularly. Step 4: Use screens and/or fans.
Vinegar can either be used as a fly spray or fed to your horse to keep flies away. If feeding vinegar, use a food quality apple cider vinegar and feed 2 to 4 ounces per day. What will drive flies away? Cinnamon – use cinnamon as an air freshner, as Read more…
Here’s a quick overview of the best fly spray for horses: Absorbine UltraShield EX. Farnam Endure. Pyranha Wipe N Spray. Ecovet Horse Fly Spray Repellent. Farnam Bronco Gold. What is the most effective fly repellent for horses? Here are our top picks for the best fly spray for your horse Read more…
10 Ways to Keep Your Horse Cool During Travel Easy on the electrolytes. Haul healthy horses. Avoid sheets. Ventilate the trailer. Modify your trailer. Load horses last. Drive when it is cooler. Offer water. How do I stop my horse from sweating when traveling? It is advised that you offer Read more…
If a horse has an open wound, the fly may lay eggs in this wound that will in time hatch out into maggots. This is a condition known as myiasis or fly strike. If you see any signs of this, you should contact your vet immediately. Can horses get fly Read more…
Flies need to be “tricked” into thinking there is a body to feed on and then caught. For this reason, the Bite Lite H trap, Nzi Biting Fly Trap and the Horse Pal Trap are the most effective. They utilize a black colored ball that absorbs heat from the sun. Read more…