Horse owners are always trying to fight the flies and other irritating insects. With these new fly products, you can help your horse be more comfortable.
Flex spine creates a canopy away from the horse’s eyes. A removable nose attachment provides full coverage. Made exclusively for SmartPak.
$24.95; www.smartpak.com
Protect horse and human from mosquitoes, ticks and biting flies for up to
12 hours. Sprays upside-down for easy application.
$22.97; www.farnam.com
Constructed with Textilene Solar Screen that has a 90% UV rating. Features a
double locking lead rope fastener.
$59.99 (standard), $79.99 (ears and nose); www.kensingtonproducts.com
Comfortable mesh can recover from small tears on its own. Comes with three-year durability guarantee. Detachable neck cover included.
$159.95; www.smartpak.com
Redesigned bottle sprays upside down and features vertical and horizontal fan spray settings to reduce waste. Semi-ratchet closure eliminates leakage.
$22.95; www.absorbine.com
Protect your horse from insects with cooling mesh. Elasticized, adjustable belly wrap offers greater coverage. Includes Ezi-Clip front closure.
$109.99; www.weatherbeeta.com
Protect legs from flies with soft but durable mesh. Relaxed fit design helps keep boots in place.
$32.95; www.smartpak.com
Soft nylon mesh mask with raised eye mesh inserts for unobstructed vision. Adjustable touch-tape closure for ultimate fit.
$17.95; www.weatherbeeta.com
Create a cool, bug-free haven for your horses. Adds shade and permits airflow in run-in sheds, barns, stalls, trailers and arenas.
Starting at $69.95 for 7-foot panel; www.koolkurtains.com
Keep even the smallest insects away with air stream fabric on ears and fly fringe on the muzzle.
$27.99; www.shop.shiresequestrian.com
Waterproof turnout and fly protection in one. Waterproof/breathable fabric top
with net sides and integrated neck cover. Aqua/orange color combo deters insects.
$179.95; www.shop.horseware.com
This article about new fly products originally appeared in the July 2019 issue of Horse Illustrated magazine. Click here to subscribe!
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