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Do Natural Horse Fly Sprays for Horses Work? Well, it’s that time again! The Flies and Mosquitoes are in full swing! What are you using to protect your horses from these irritating pests and the diseases they bring?
There are a lot of big-name fly spray brands and also new natural horse fly spray brands to accommodate the environmentally-conscious horse owners as well as for the horses that are easily irritated by chemicals. But do they work?
- One of the best selling fly sprays currently is Pyranha Wipe N’ Spray.
You can buy it CHECK PRICE HERE
This fly spray has numerous rave reviews and is considered by many to be the best fly spray on the market.
The active ingredients are:
- Pyrethrins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.25%
- Piperonyl Butoxide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50%
- Permethrin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.50%
However, along with those great reviews some concerning ones have surfaced as well.
Although this spray is very effective at killing flies; it has been known to cause severe irritation to horses that have sensitive skin or suffer from allergies.
Side effects include:
- Flaky skin
- Loss of hair
- Hives
These side effects are not common, but noteworthy.
If you are interested in a fly spray less irritating to the skin; natural is the way to go.
But, do they work?
Animal Legends Flicks Horse Essential Oil Fly Spray does!
Buy it on Amazon SEE PRICE HERE
All-natural horse fly spray is hard to come by, but it’s even harder to find one that works.
This is the best natural fly spray for horses that we have found, and we are sure you will love it!
The ingredients list includes:
(This is a concentrate)
- lanolin (for coat conditioning)
- cedar wood oil
- eucalyptus oil
- lemongrass oil
- peppermint oil
- cajeput oil
- pennyroyal oil
ALSO SEE: Is Rotational Worming Horses the Best?
The concentrate comes with an empty 32oz that you will fill with water after adding the concentrate. This also helps save on shipping costs.
And Lastly, if you really want to get after it there are multiple at-home recipes to try using essential oils and water.
These can be made using combinations of essential oils, Pure citronella oil (not the flammable kind), and eucalyptus oil.
Here’s to a fly-free summer!
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I’m Jack Johnson, a proud Texan and passionate horse lover. Growing up around horses has given me a natural affinity for the equine species and I’ve been able to hone my riding and training skills from an early age.
In recent years I’ve been traveling the country with my horses, competing in rodeos and other events. It was this passion that led me to create my own business, Own the Horse, to help aspiring horse lovers learn the fundamentals of horse care and training. I’m also an active member of the equine community, often volunteering my time to help preserve and promote the culture of horsemanship.
When I’m not riding, I love to spend my free time with my family and friends, camping, and fishing. Exploring the great outdoors and taking in the beauty of the Texas Hill Country is one of my favorite pastimes. I’m also an avid reader and enjoy learning more about the history and culture of the horse world.
