HORSE CARE GUIDES

When horse owners think about mud fever, they often focus on wet fields, muddy gateways, and the challenges of winter weather. However, many winter skin problems begin long before the first muddy paddock appears. The foundations of healthy skin are established long before the wet weather arrives. Throughout the summer months, many horses are washed frequently to remove sweat, dust, and dirt. While keeping horses clean is important, frequent washing with harsh shampoos and det

Many horse owners across the UK have noticed something unusual this year: despite moving into late spring, the expected surge of biting flies has not fully appeared yet. The most likely reason is the prolonged unsettled weather pattern we have experienced through much of the season. Cool temperatures, repeated rain fronts, strong winds and cold nights can significantly delay the emergence and activity of many biting fly species. However, delayed does not mean absent. In fact,

Most of us only really start thinking about skin care once something shows up — a bit of rubbing, itching, scurfy patches, or a coat that just doesn’t look quite right. And that’s completely normal. But often, by the time we see those signs, the skin has already been a little out of balance for a while — especially when it comes to pH balance, which plays a key role in overall coat health. What’s going on underneath? Underneath the coat is something far more important than s

Horse Feather Mites Chorioptes equi: A Guide to Managing Horse Mites Chorioptes equi is a type of mite that affects horses. These pests usually target the lower legs, mane, tail, and underbelly. Unlike other mite species, Chorioptes equi is a surface-dwelling, non-burrowing mite. This means it lives on the outer layer of skin without digging into it. What You Should Know About Chorioptes equi Chorioptes equi commonly causes several issues for horses. The signs of infestation

FlyMac Horse Fly Spray FlyMac Horse Fly Spray: Natural, Effective & Economical Protection FlyMac Horse Fly Spray is a powerful, plant-based concentrate designed to keep your horse protected from flies and midges. Formulated with highly active ingredients including Neem Oil, Lemon Eucalyptus, Citrepel, and Peppermint, it offers long-lasting and effective insect repellent properties without harsh chemicals. Premium Quality Ingredients We use only the highest grade, triple-filte

So the fly season is upon us and you want to be able to spray your horse with a repellent but he freaks out at the sight of the bottle and the scary noise.. Here are some tips to have your horse begging to be sprayed!! Things you will need Fill a couple of bottles of water..big bottles and fill a spray bottle. You will need lots of water so have your stock ready for a 20 min training session. If you have a rope halter great if not a head collar will do. Then you will need a g

Prevention of mud fever