Nettex Fly Repellent Your Trusted Swat Team
Fly control is an issue all horse owners tackle every summer. At best, flies are annoying, at worst, they cause serious distress to horses and can transmit bacteria, viruses and parasites. By not controlling flys on and around our horses, we leave our horses vulnerable to infection and discomfort
Flies vary in size, habitat and feeding patterns, all of which pose individual challenges to control.
NETTEX is one of our favourite brands as it is so good at doing its job. so let us tell you a bit more about this brand.
NETTEX is a British company that has been researching, formulating and manufacturing animal health products for over 35 years.
The NETTEX range has equine products for all riders, no matter which discipline or level they may be at. We aim to provide horse owners and riders with products that WORK. The effectiveness of our equine products is reflected in the awards and ratings presented by popular and trusted names: Horse and Hound and Your Horse magazines.
One of their most popular range is their Nettex Fly Repellents and that is because they are so good at doing the job they are designed for.
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Nettex Fly Repellent Your Trusted Swat Team Nettex Equine Summer Fly Cream - A Nettex Fly Repellent What Makes Nettex Summer Savlve Such An Effective Nettex Fly Repellent Nettex Summer Savlve Directions For Use As A Nettex Fly Repellent Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced - Fly Spray What Makes Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced So Good Directions On How To Use Nettex Fly Repellent Spray Summary Of Nettex Fly Repellents Check Out Our Full Range Of Fly Repellents Frequently Asked Questions About Nettex Fly Repellent You Might Also Like These Articles
Nettex Equine Summer Fly Cream - A Nettex Fly Repellent
Nettex Summer Fly Cream has been praised for its moisturising effects which is particularly useful for horses who are prone to dry skin. It includes lanolin and glycerine which soften the skin and condition the hair. It is also commended for its consistency – being thick enough that it doesn’t drip and only a small amount needed for thorough coverage.
Fly Creams are part of the Nettex Fly Repellent range and they are ideal for use on areas which are hard to cover with fly-sprays such as the muzzle, around the eyes and ears and under the belly, which are also areas heavily targeted by flies.
Nettex Equine recommends horse owners to use a fly cream as part of their fly management strategy.
What Makes Nettex Summer Savlve Such An Effective Nettex Fly Repellent
Nettex Summer Fly Cream is readily absorbed and is a non-greasy formulation that does not dry the skin.
This Nettex Fly Repellent Cream is a highly effective formulation ideal to protect sensitive areas from flies. Key ingredients are DEET – N,N-Diethyl-M- Tolumide, P-Menthane 3.8-diol, Lanolin.
- D.E.E.T based formulation.
- Combined with Lanolin and Glycerine to keep skin soft and prevent from drying out.
- Nettex Summer Fly Cream will seal the hair, condition and moisturise and form a barrier.
- Easy application around sensitive areas such as eyes, nose, ears, muzzle, dock, sheath and teats.
- Ideal for horses and ponies that do not like sprays.
Nettex Summer Savlve Directions For Use As A Nettex Fly Repellent
Nettex always patch test an area first and wait 48 hours. If a reaction occurs stop use immediately.
- Apply in early morning and again early evening if necessary, after heavy rainfall or if horse has rolled excessively.
- Do not apply during heat of midday sun when skin pores may be open from sweating as may cause a reaction.
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Apply with a soft cloth or sponge by wiping over horses neck and body.
Using Nettex Summer Savlve as a Nettex Fly Repellent in this way will prevent flying insect attack.
This Nettex Fly Repellent Cream is suitable for use around eyes, nose, ears and dock avoiding direct contact with eyes and mucous membranes or broken skin.
When using Nettex Fly Repellent Cream you need to avoid contact with broken or irritated skin.
Please not that the Nettex Fly Repellent Cream is not recommended for use under saddles, fly rugs or fly masks as may cause irritation.
Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced - Fly Spray
When you need to up the anti against flies then Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced is particularly helpful for this increased challenge. An oil based fly spray coming in a handy 500ml spray container that can be refilled.
Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced is a popular and trusted fly repellent containing powerful and a long-lasting repellent. Being oil based it is a longer lasting fly spray.
If you are looking to repels flies, stable flies, and all biting insects, Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced works to keep your horse or pony comfortable and happy at all times.
What Makes Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced So Good
- The Nettex Fly Repellent contains D.E.E.T based formulation.
- Added moisturisers, conditioners and natural extracts to assist with the longevity of repellency.
- Ideal for use where horses and ponies are kept in problem areas such as around ponds, streams and waterways that are heavily burdened with biting insects.
Directions On How To Use Nettex Fly Repellent Spray
- Shake Nettex Fly Repellent Spray well before use.
- Patch test 48 hours prior to application if you have not used a D.E.E.T based product before or if horse is sensitive skinned.
- Spray Nettex Fly Repellent evenly over the coat but be careful not to saturate. If horse or pony is nervous of sprays apply to a cloth or sponge and wipe over the areas required.
- For best results with Nettex Fly Repellent Spray apply early in the morning before turnout and before heat of midday sun to allow the formula to dry and seal the hair. Avoid direct contact with mucous membranes. When fly infestation is very heavy, re-application may be required more frequently.
- Avoid contact with broken or irritated skin.
- Nettex Fly Repellent Spray is not recommended to use under saddles, fly rugs or fly masks as may cause irritation.
Summary Of Nettex Fly Repellents
Nettex Fly Repellent range includes two products, a cream and a spray
Nettex Fly Repellent Advanced Spray contains DEET and carries a big punch in controlling the flies in the summer
Nettex Summer Fly Cream contains DEET and helps to soften skin and forms a barrier. It is a great product for horses suffering with sweet itch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nettex Fly Repellent
Is Nettex fly repellent safe for pregnant and lactating mares?
Yes Nettex Fly Repellent Standard is safe to use on pregnant and lactating mares, avoiding application around teats.
How should I apply the product if my horse is nervous of sprays?
If horse or pony is nervous of sprays apply to a cloth or sponge and wipe over the areas required
Should I do a patch test before using the product?
Yes, Patch test 48 hours prior to application if you have not used a D.E.E.T based product before or if horse is sensitive skinned
How should I apply the Nettex Fly Repellent?
Spray Nettex Fly Repellent evenly over the coat but be careful not to saturate. For the Advanced formula, Application should be made down the horses neck and body at 0.75g (1 spray) per 100cm2 of skin
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Gilly Davidson
Gilly has run Barnstaple Equestrian Supplies since 2015. Over this time Gilly has built up a wide range of knowledge across many equestrian products.
