Long summer days mean more time in the saddle – but also more flies and gnats. Unfortunately, with everything from sweet feed to manure piles, barns are naturally attractive to these pests. While it's impossible to get rid of every single fly and gnat, there are a variety of effective fly control products and solutions to keep your horse more comfortable, healthy and happy throughout the summer season.
Along with irritating your horse, fly bites can cause all kinds of health issues, ranging from non-healing summer sores to equine infectious anemia. Following best practices like securely storing feed and regularly hauling manure from the property will help reduce the amount of flies and gnats.
There are also all kinds of fly sprays, creams and roll on sticks available at local tack stores to repel flies and help your horse find some relief.
If your horse tends to shake their head and be bothered by flies when being ridden, consider using a fly bonnet. Fly bonnets feature a crocheted base and cotton ear flaps to help protect against those pesky flies and gnats. Some even offer the option of adding custom logos and artwork for more of a personal touch.
For more protection, opt for a fly sheet. You’ll be able to help keep sensitive areas of your horse protected, like their belly, when they are turned out.
While there are several fly sheet brands and sizes available, a custom fly sheet is best to guarantee the best fit and feel for your horse.
To help eliminate flies around the barn, use some StableFresh. This all natural, environmentally correct product features a blend of bacteria designed to speed up the biodegrading process while eliminating stall odor to assist in fly control. It can be applied to rubber mats in stalls, helping to repel flies for long-lasting results.
Here at Wilsun Custom Products, we carry an array of products to help you keep your horse protected and as fly-free as possible. With products ranging from custom fly sheets to embroidered fly bonnets, we’ll make sure you find the right size and design you’re looking for. At Wilsun, you’ll also find StableFresh concentrate in various sizes to keep flies out of your stalls and barn.
Shop our fly protection products today and give us a call at 770-558-1679 if you have any questions!
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