they're making him bleed

Busterzkool · 07-11-2005, 08:13 AM

the flies are so bad, these horseflies come when my horse is grazing, and they make him bleed! he has blood spots on his coat! what can I do because i know they're really hurting him. i put fly spray on but it doesn't do anything. it works for literally 10 minutes and then its worn off

CowGirlUp1833 · 07-11-2005, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Busterzkool

the flies are so bad, these horseflies come when my horse is grazing, and they make him bleed! he has blood spots on his coat! what can I do because i know they're really hurting him. i put fly spray on but it doesn't do anything. it works for literally 10 minutes and then its worn off

Try Swat bug ointment and repellent...its very thick and goopy....so it can protect them for a good long time.... apply daily. Also, I would suggest getting him a fly mask.

3WishesDun · 07-11-2005, 08:23 AM

You can also try a fly sheet(the ones with the belly band are useful if you notice flies congregating along your horse's midline)fly leg wraps, and even an attachment for the neck depending on where the flies seem to be the worst. You may want to try switching fly sprays if the one you are using isnt affording any relief at all. Good Luck! The flies are terrible here this year also.

April

CowGirlUp1833 · 07-11-2005, 08:24 AM

Be careful with the leg fly wraps...we found that they can cause bad rubbing and rain rot from the sweating...just check them daily if you use them...

3WishesDun · 07-11-2005, 08:25 AM

Thanks for the heads up CGU--have not used them myself, but know people who like and use them.

April

Blistering Winds · 07-11-2005, 08:27 AM

Change Fly Spray. I highly recommend pyranha. I use it when I feed, they are usually good when I go back out to feed in the evening.

Fly Sheets work ok, but the legs are exposed. careful with the fly sheet leggings like CowGirlUp said. I've been hearing of leg issues with them too.

Good Luck.

OH, also, after you ride, and if you rince off, LET THE HOSRE roll and DON"T BRUSH BACK OFF> Leave the dirt. Dirt acts like a shield from flies and mosquitoes.

My Mr. Ed · 07-11-2005, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by CowGirlUp1833

Be careful with the leg fly wraps...we found that they can cause bad rubbing and rain rot from the sweating...just check them daily if you use them...

Yes. I checked them every day also...and they still got rubs and the rain rot.......But, it's all cleared up now!

3WishesDun · 07-11-2005, 08:29 AM

MME, Do you still use them and do you think they work well?

April

Busterzkool · 07-11-2005, 08:58 AM

i have a fly mask but most fly sprays make his skin peel so i can only use the home made stuff. he finally healed from the last store bought fly spray i used. thanks for all the suggestions. i think i'm going to invest in a fly sheet. but what happens when he rolls? are fly sheets okay for turnout?

Blistering Winds · 07-11-2005, 09:00 AM

Yes, they are ok for turn out. Just fit it properly.

07-11-2005, 08:13 AM	#1
Busterzkool Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Ny Posts: 833 Images: 28	they're making him bleed the flies are so bad, these horseflies come when my horse is grazing, and they make him bleed! he has blood spots on his coat! what can I do because i know they're really hurting him. i put fly spray on but it doesn't do anything. it works for literally 10 minutes and then its worn off __________________ When riding my horse I no longer have my heart in my chest, but between my knees. There is no secret so close as that between a rider and her horse.

07-11-2005, 08:23 AM	#3
3WishesDun Senior Moderator Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: At My Wit's End Posts: 17,689 Images: 659 Blog Entries: 27	You can also try a fly sheet(the ones with the belly band are useful if you notice flies congregating along your horse's midline)fly leg wraps, and even an attachment for the neck depending on where the flies seem to be the worst. You may want to try switching fly sprays if the one you are using isnt affording any relief at all. Good Luck! The flies are terrible here this year also. April __________________ Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change. The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep. -Frost I've Been Snowballed!

07-11-2005, 08:25 AM	#5
3WishesDun Senior Moderator Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: At My Wit's End Posts: 17,689 Images: 659 Blog Entries: 27	Thanks for the heads up CGU--have not used them myself, but know people who like and use them. April __________________ Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change. The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep. -Frost I've Been Snowballed!

07-11-2005, 08:27 AM	#6
Blistering Winds Senior Member+ Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Augusta, Kansas Posts: 32,425 Images: 864 Blog Entries: 18	Change Fly Spray. I highly recommend pyranha. I use it when I feed, they are usually good when I go back out to feed in the evening. Fly Sheets work ok, but the legs are exposed. careful with the fly sheet leggings like CowGirlUp said. I've been hearing of leg issues with them too. Good Luck. OH, also, after you ride, and if you rince off, LET THE HOSRE roll and DON"T BRUSH BACK OFF> Leave the dirt. Dirt acts like a shield from flies and mosquitoes. __________________ Can I have a midlife crisis now?

07-11-2005, 08:29 AM	#8
3WishesDun Senior Moderator Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: At My Wit's End Posts: 17,689 Images: 659 Blog Entries: 27	MME, Do you still use them and do you think they work well? April __________________ Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change. The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep. -Frost I've Been Snowballed!

07-11-2005, 08:24 AM	#4
CowGirlUp1833 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: On the Lake Michigan Shoreline Posts: 17,367 Images: 438 Blog Entries: 41	Be careful with the leg fly wraps...we found that they can cause bad rubbing and rain rot from the sweating...just check them daily if you use them...

07-11-2005, 08:58 AM	#9
Busterzkool Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Ny Posts: 833 Images: 28	i have a fly mask but most fly sprays make his skin peel so i can only use the home made stuff. he finally healed from the last store bought fly spray i used. thanks for all the suggestions. i think i'm going to invest in a fly sheet. but what happens when he rolls? are fly sheets okay for turnout? __________________ When riding my horse I no longer have my heart in my chest, but between my knees. There is no secret so close as that between a rider and her horse.

07-11-2005, 09:00 AM	#10
Blistering Winds Senior Member+ Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Augusta, Kansas Posts: 32,425 Images: 864 Blog Entries: 18	Yes, they are ok for turn out. Just fit it properly. __________________ Can I have a midlife crisis now?

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