Horse fly rug: Protect your horse from annoying insects!

Fly rugs & blankets for horses

A fly blanket is a blanket that is placed on the horse and fastened with the straps attached to the blanket to keep pests such as flies and horseflies away from the horse. It is usually made of close-meshed, breathable mesh so that the horse does not sweat on hot summer days, but is still protected from flies and horseflies. A fly blanket is usually used when going out to pasture or as a fly riding blanket.

With 4 questions & answers to the right fly rug

1. Why does my horse need a fly rug?

From spring to autumn, flies, mosquitoes and horseflies are active. These insects are annoying for horses and can cause skin irritation and itching. Horses already have a natural fly repellent with their long hair, which, depending on the length of their mane and tail, can partially repel insects. In some areas it is nevertheless essential to provide the horse with a fly blanket, whether when grazing or riding out. Often, areas near bodies of water and moorland are more affected by insects than meadows and fields in windy places. Depending on the environmental conditions, it may make sense to cover the horse with a fly blanket, especially in the meadows, to allow for a relaxed walk in the pasture.

2. What types of fly rugs are there?

Fly rugs are most commonly used for grazing, as the pesky pests are most active in the green. These are usually equipped with chest and belly straps as well as a tail cord for proper attachment.

Fly rugs are available with and without a . If horses are sensitive at the mane ridge and there are many mosquitoes in the pasture area, it is recommended to buy a blanket with a neck piece. This prevents chafing at the mane crest and restless head banging of the horse.

A fly blanket is also useful for a carefree ride in nature. Specially designed are cut out at the saddle and are sometimes equipped with additional fringes at the ends.

Fly blankets are available in different colours; light-coloured blankets attract the sun less than dark ones, but are more sensitive to dirt. are designed to effectively repel insects, as the stripes have an irritating effect on the pesky pests. Even fly blankets with UV protection are available, they are especially recommended for fair horses with sensitive skin.

3. Which blanket size fits my horse?

No matter what type of fly blanket you choose, it is especially important that the fit is the right one. If the blanket is too big, it will slip and the horse may get caught in the straps, be restricted in movement and even injure himself. Blankets that are too tight create chafing and are uncomfortable for the horse.

The correct blanket size is measured with a tape measure from the withers to the base of the tail, it is important to measure the curve of the horse's back, a strongly curved back often needs a longer blanket than a horse of the same length with a straight back. With this measurement you will get the right size of rug.

4. When is a fly blanket unsuitable & what alternatives are there?

Some sensitive horses are so annoyed by blankets that it is better to provide an alternative. Special can be used instead of a fly blanket, but if used daily this is a costly substitute. In addition, these sprays lose their effect after some time.

Fly blankets should not be confused with . So-called eczema sufferers are horses that are allergic to the bites of black flies. Eczema horses should also be protected with special eczema blankets on sensitive areas such as the abdominal seam.

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