Pest & Fly Control
Make Predators and Parasites Work for You
A number of predators and parasites love to make meals of fly larvae, pupae and adults. You can boost your fly control by encouraging these animals to make a home on your farm. By Christina Keim with Laurie Bonner for EQUUS magazine.
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Defeat the Enemy: Fly Control Options for Horse and Barn
Not only do flies and other bugs bite and sting your horses, they can spread disease. Read about the different ways you can defeat the enemy and keep flies away from your horse and barn. By Alana Harrison for Horse & Rider magazine. -
One Hour to Rodent Control
Consider these measures to protect your horses and property from the ravages of rats and mice. By Christine Barakat for EQUUS magazine. -
Reduce the Risk of Lyme Disease
Prevention and early recognition are the keys to protecting your horse against Lyme disease. By Laurie Bonner for EQUUS magazine. -
Pest Control Without Pesticides
Fly predators are an eco-friendly options to effectively reduce fly infestations without the use of toxic substances. From the editors of EQUUS magazine. -
New Products for 2008: Fly Relief
Give your horse the ultimate pest protection in the ring and the field with these new bug busting products. -
Protect Your Horse From Botflies
With the right tools, you can easily control botflies, a persistent and sometimes troublesome summertime pest. By Heather Smith Thomas for EQUUS magazine. -
Basic Qualities of the Perfect Fly Sheet
Thanks to advances in fabric and design, a fly sheet is a more effective option than ever for helping your horse stay comfortable during bug season. By Sandra Cooke for Practical Horseman magazine. -
10 Tips to Protect Your Horses from Insects
Follow these tips to protect your horses from insects and parasites and make your property less fly-friendly. By Allison Rogers for EQUUS magazine. -
Apply Fly Repellent the Right Way
The right fly-protection product helps your horse even more when you use it in accordance with the manufacturer's directions. From the editors of Practical Horseman magazine.
