Fly Products for Horses
There are several effective ways to keep the flies off your horse during the summer. A combination of these methods is often the most effective way to keep your horse comfortable and protected from summer pests. Here at Millbry Hill, we stock a range of fly sprays, repellents and fly masks for horses, so why not explore the range below.
Keeping flies and insects away from your horse in the summer is important not only for the horse's comfort but also for its health. Flies can cause irritation, infection, and disease, so it's important to take steps to prevent them from bothering your horse. The most common fly products for horses are fly repellent sprays. These are a popular and easy way to keep flies away from a horse, both in the field and when stabled. They are simply sprayed onto the horse's coat and are designed to repel flies and other insects. There are a wide variety on the market, with some sprays containing natural ingredients and essential oils, while others contain synthetic chemicals, such as DEET. As well as sprays, some repellents are also available in gel form, which tend to last longer and are useful for horses and ponies who do not like the sound or feel of spays.
Fly masks are also a useful tool in the prevention of irritation from flies. Designed to cover the horse's face and ears, they are typically made of a mesh material that still allows the horse to see and hear, whilst keeping flies off the eyes and delicate skin around the head. Many fly masks also offer UV protection to protect the horse's eyes from the sun. Fly masks can be used on their own, or with a fly sheet to give full coverage of the horse’s body.
