If you've been outside, then I’m sure you’ve been bitten by a mosquito a time or a dozen times. These pesky insects not only cause skin irritation but spread serious diseases and viruses. Understanding their habits could help prevent bites and help in reducing the number around you, your animals and your property. According to [...]
32 oz and Gallon; ready to use Ideal for Equine and Pet owners An aqueous base formulation that repels and kills horse flies, horn flies, mosquitoes, fleas and ticks. Offers long-lasting, budget-friendly Made with Pyranha® technology Approved for use on Horses & Dogs Contains pyrethrins (0.075%), piperonyl butoxide (0.750%) and permethrin (0.150%) plus citronella scent [...]
There are many fly sprays and repellants, but have you ever wondered what ingredients you should be looking for in order to be most effective? Durvet offers many fly control products, ranging from fly sprays to shampoos, containing a variation of Permethrin, Pyrethrin, and/or Citronella. Understanding what these actives are, and what are they’re doing [...]
Flies! Flies! Flies! Everyone struggles with these pesky insects, causing frustration not only to us but also to our beloved animals. House flies may not bite but are major carriers of disease and a cause for concern. Every horse and every owner know the distinct sound of horse flies or deer flies putting everyone on [...]
The cattle industry loses about $3 billion each year in lost weight gains, poor feed conversion and increased disease because of internal parasites, says Mark Alley, DVM, Managing Veterinarian at Zoetis, in a recent report. With the financial impact and animal welfare concerns for cattle operations, he adds, it is important for producers to understand [...]
It’s getting to be that time of the year – less daylight hours and more hair starting to grow on your horse’s coat. That means it’s time to prepare for Old Man Winter. Use the tips below to help protect you, your horse, barn, and trailer from sleet, snow, mud and the bitter cold that [...]
I was fortunate enough to grow up around horses and compete in team roping jackpots and rodeos, and I continue to do so today. I learned this hobby by spending many, many hours in the barn roping the steer horns on a bale of hay, and running countless steers in the practice arena. One of [...]
Hello my name is Kerry and I’m a horse addict! Yes, it’s true… when I come across anything that has to do with a horse, I’m immediately in my happy zone. I grew up with horses as an important part of my life and was only horse-free for a short period of time…and boy was that [...]
