Fly Mask Horse
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 State Line Tack Fly Mask Horse Tack Small  US $12.00
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 Horse Sense Fly Mask Small Arab Horse Tack US $12.00
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 Horse Sense Fly Mask Horse Tack Equine US $12.00
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 Horse Size Fleece Lined Mesh Fly Mask w Ears US $9.99
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 Small Mint Ice plaid Kensington Bug Eye horse pony Fly Mask 500 700 lbs US $13.80
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Horses are among the most beautiful and graceful animals anyone can own. They are beautiful and provide not just fun but also all round exercise every time you go horse riding. It is only fair then that you take good care of your horses. Horses are great with their gallops and will not get injuries easily. However, they are susceptible to bugs and this is something they have no control over. This is where you as the owner come in to provide the protection they need.
There are masks designed specifically to protect animals from insect bites and dust, specifically on the face. Horse fly masks are more effective than fly repellant because they offer extensive coverage. The eyes are most susceptible to biting flies mostly due to their membrane. The nose too and thinner skin membranes especially behind the ears and below the jaw are other regions that flies target. It is hard to apply repellant to some of these regions, and that is why a horse fly mask is more preferable.
The right fly mask for your horse should fit perfectly, not snugly or loosely and should not irritate the horse. Here are some guidelines to help you in choosing horse masks.
Ensure that the fabric of the mask does not obstruct the eyes. Your horse should be able to blink freely through the mask. This means it should fit just right, not too tightly. When tight around the eyes, a fly mask will cause abrasions to the eye ball, which can be extremely painful. If the fabric over the eyes is mesh, the holes should be small enough to prevent even the smallest of insects from getting in. Also important, ensure that the horse can see clearly from all angles when wearing the mask.
Ensure that the ear coverings fit well. They should provide enough room for him to flip his ears without obstruction. This space will also keep the holes from rubbing at and irritating his ears. If your horse is fussy about his ears and does not like them being touched, get horse fly masks that slip easily through his ears, rather than ones that have holes through which the ears have to be squeezed.
Choose horse fly masks with muzzles that go way below the cheekbone. They cover a wider area of the face than those with shorter muzzles. However, check that it is not too tight against the skin. Otherwise the horse will strain when moving the neck. To be on the safe side, opt for a fly mask with an elastic muzzle to allow for contraction and expansion in line with the movement of the jaw. There should be some space between the latch and the skin. You should also be able to put at least two fingers through this space.
Finally, to increase the shelf life of your horse fly masks, keep it clean. This you do by washing it, preferably every day after use. Failure to do so will lead to accumulation of dirt, which will enter the horse's eyes. Use water and a mild liquid soap to clean the mask, scrubbing where necessary. Occasionally, disinfect with a weak Betadine solution and rinse thoroughly. Horse fly masks are not easy to repair. Check for tears regularly and replace worn out fly masks instantly.
Nicole Roberts
Are you looking for comfort, quality and safe products for your horses? We have a great selection of quality horse fly masks and supplies for all disciplines.
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Amigo by Horseware Horse Fly Mask $20.95 Horsewares Rambo Horse Fly Mask, the ultimate in fly protection for your horse. |
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Cashel QuieRide Horse Fly Mask $18.95 Cashel QuietRide Horse Fly Mask. With the same design and quality as the Cashel Crusader pasture fly mask the QuietRide is sheer and translucent to allow your horse to see clearly with out impairing his vision on the trail. |
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Intrepid Miniature Horse Fly Mask $7.16 Finally A fly mask designed just to fit your miniature horse The Intrepid Mini Fly Mask is not just a sized down horse mask. It is proportioned appropriately for adult miniature horses. Mesh body with soft edging. Hook and loop closure. |
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Cashel QuietRide Long Horse Fly Mask $24.95 Cashel QuietRide Long Horse Fly Mask. With the same design and quality as the Cashel Crusader pasture fly mask the QuietRide is sheer and translucent to allow your horse to see clearly with out impairing his vision on the trail. |
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Cashel QuietRide Horse Fly Mask with Ears $20.36 Cashel QuietRide Fly Mask with Ears. With the same design and quality as the Cashel Crusader pasture fly mask the QuietRide is sheer and translucent to allow your horse to see clearly with out impairing his vision on the trail. |
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Professional's Choice Wrangler Horse Fly Mask $19.95 Professional's Choice Wrangler Horse Fly Mask. Made with smooth breathable mesh around poll area the Wrangler Fly Mask protects against files and other biting insects. |
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Professional's Choice Wrangler Horse Fly Mask with Ears $20.95 Professional's Choice Wrangler Horse Fly Mask with Ears. Made with smooth breathable mesh around ears and poll area the Wrangler Fly Mask with Ears protects against files and other biting insects. |
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Farnam SuperMask II Horse Fly Mask $22.95 Farnam SuperMask II Horse Fly Mask. SuperMask II with double latch closure have twice the staying power of other masks. This fly protection is made to stay even during horse play |
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Intrepid Miniature Horse Bug Off Fly Mask $20.95 Keep your pony or miniature comfortable and bug free this summer with the Intrepid Miniature Horse Bug Off Fly Mask. The full face fly mask has a single hole for the ears, and is lined along the edges to prevent irritation or rubbing. Velcro closures make this fly mask easy to put on and remove. |
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Cashel QuietRide Long Horse Fly Mask with Ears $28.95 Cashel QuietRide Long Horse Fly Mask with Ears - With the same design and quality as the Cashel Crusader pasture fly mask the Quiet-Ride is sheer and translucent to allow your horse to see clearly with out impairing his vision on the trail. |
