PetnPony’s Top Equine Fly Repellents: Essential Solutions for a Fly-Free Summer

Fly season is a challenging time for horse owners. The summer heat brings a swarm of pests, and managing them effectively is crucial for your horse’s comfort and health. At PetnPony, we offer a selection of top-notch fly repellents designed to tackle this issue. Let’s delve into why choosing the right fly repellent is essential and explore the best products available to keep your equine companion fly-free.

Understanding Fly Repellents: Beyond Just Keeping Flies Away

You might think that the main goal of a fly spray is simply to keep flies away, but there’s more to it. The efficacy of fly repellents depends on the active ingredients, both natural and synthetic, used in the formulations.

Horse Flies: The Menace of Summer

Horse flies (Tabanidae) are particularly troublesome during the summer months. They are large, dark-winged insects that can measure up to 1 inch (2.54 cm) in length. Unlike most flies, female horse flies bite to feed on blood, which supports their egg production. Their bites can cause significant discomfort, leading to painful papules and wheals on both horses and humans.

Horse flies are attracted to dark, rapidly moving objects, sweat, and carbon dioxide. This makes dark horses exercising on warm days especially vulnerable. They lay eggs in moist soil near streams and damp woodland, and their larvae thrive in these conditions. The horse fly season generally runs from June to July in the UK, with each fly living for about 30–60 days.

Protecting Your Horse: Methods and Products

Effective fly protection involves a combination of barriers and repellents. At PetnPony, we offer a range of fly repellents to help safeguard your horse against these pests:

NAF OFF Fly Repellents: Natural and Effective Solutions

• NAF Off Extra Effect Gel: This gel uses natural ingredients to confuse insect receptors, making your horse’s skin less appealing to flies. It’s ideal for those seeking a natural solution with proven results.

• NAF Off Citronella: Available in spray and gel forms, this repellent masks odors that attract flies, offering long-lasting protection during summer.

• NAF Off Deet Power Performance Gel: For intense fly control, this gel contains DEET, providing up to 70% protection for up to 6 hours, even in humid conditions.

Leovet Power Phaser: Advanced Formulations for Comprehensive Protection

• Power Phaser: Provides up to seven hours of protection against all insects and horse flies, even if your horse sweats. It’s perfect for long periods of outdoor activity.

• Power Phaser Durativ: This gel is designed for sensitive areas, offering high concentrations of active ingredients to protect against mosquitoes, horse flies, and ticks.

• Power Phaser Roll On: Ideal for sensitive areas like the ears and face, this roll-on provides gentle yet effective protection for horses with delicate skin.

Carr & Day & Martin: Trusted Fly Control Solutions

• Flygard®: This citrus-scented spray is enriched with citronella oils, providing long-lasting protection and is suitable for horses with specific skin conditions.

• Flygard® Protector: A heavy-duty stable spray that protects your horse’s environment from flying and biting insects, ensuring weeks of protection for your stable area.

• Flygard® Extra Strength Gel: This gel, with 10% DEET, offers powerful, targeted protection. It’s especially useful for “spray nervous” horses and areas requiring precise application.

Additional Tips for Fly Protection

In addition to using effective fly repellents, consider these supplementary measures:

• Fly Rugs and Masks: Use light-colored fly rugs, masks, and neck covers to protect your horse during turnout. Fly rugs with water-resistant panels can be helpful in unpredictable weather.

• Fly Traps: Employ fly traps around your horse’s environment to reduce the number of pests.

• Treatment for Bites: For treating bites, apply an ice pack or bathe the area with cool salt water. Use anti-itch preparations such as colloidal oatmeal or calamine lotion to soothe irritation.

Conclusion

Keeping your horse comfortable during fly season requires more than just a basic fly spray. At PetnPony, we offer a selection of high-quality fly repellents from trusted brands to ensure your equine companion remains fly-free. From natural options to advanced formulations, our products cater to a variety of needs and preferences. Explore our range today and take proactive steps to protect your horse from pesky flies this summer.

Visit PetnPony to discover our full range of fly repellents and other essential equine care products. Let’s keep your horse comfortable and protected all season long!