Horse Fly Sheet
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 78 Tough 1 Metallic Poly Fly Sheet Horse Tack  US $42.00
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 76 Tough 1 Metallic Poly Fly Sheet Horse Tack US $42.00
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 69 White Net Horse Fly Sheet US $44.00
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 84 Tough 1 Metallic Poly Fly Sheet Horse Tack US $30.00
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 76 LITE BLUE HORSE SUMMER FLY RUG SHEET MESH VELCRO NU US $56.98
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The Different Types Of Fly Sheets
Anyone who owns horses knows that fly are a problem. Even barns and horse owners with the tidiest stables, that haul their manure away immediately and have nice dry sandy lots have to deal with fly issues. Many horse owners attempt to control their fly population by using a variety of methods including fly sprays, fly strips, bug zappers, fly misters that mist the stabling area with fly sprays, and a variety of wraps and collars that have been soaked in fly spray. Mustangs will search for mud holes that they use to cover themselves in mud to discourage fly bites. In an effort to keep their horses bite free some owners try to keep them blanketed from head to toe, but hot summer temperatures often force them to removed the blankets during the hottest hours of the afternoon.
Several horse owners use fly sheets as a form of fly control.
The material used to make fly sheets is the same type of finely woven mesh material used
to make vinyl lawn furniture. The same type that has been used since the 1960's. Fly sheets are typically constructed of polyvinyl that is resistant to UV rays and comes in a wide variety of colors (including blaze orange for horse owner that live in the middle of a hunting region.) The polyvinyl is normally designed in a loose weave pattern. Polyvinyl is damage caused by dirt and oils.
Horse owners have two different types of fly sheets to select from, a scrim sheet and a turnout fly sheet.
Fly sheets that are designed for turnout purposes are typically made of a stiffer lightweight material then scrim fly sheets. When outfitting a horse with a turnout fly sheet owners should make sure that the sheet fits well enough that the breast straps, surcingles, and leg straps do not have to be tightened excessively which can impede the horses movement. Owners should not cross the leg straps of a turnout fly sheet. Leaving the leg straps uncrossed will allow the horse to flap his under his belly without ensnaring it in the straps. When purchasing a fly sheet for turnout owners should look for one made of a lightweight mesh material that is easy to clean. In the event of severe stains (manure and grass are the most common) blanket owners can try using a stiff, sudsy brush directly on the stain. this works especially well if the blanket is laid on a concrete surface. A fly sheet made with polyvinyl will typically dry within thirty minutes of being washed. Machine washable is ideal. It is not a bad idea to purchase two turnout fly sheets, that way if one gets dirty or tears owners have another one available.
A well crafted turnout fly sheet will be designed to tear if the horse gets it caught on something but should be designed in such a way that the damage will be minimal.
Most horse owners prefer elastic leg straps on their turnout fly sheets over the nylons variety.
Scrim flysheets are designed to be used while the horse is in a stall, typically after a thorough grooming has removed all the naturally protective dirt and oils from the horses coat. Scrim fly sheets are designed to loosely cover the horses body. because of the loose fit horses should never be turned loose while clothed in a scrim fly sheet. Many owners also use scrim fly sheets as an anti-sweat blanket.
The mesh design of fly sheets will not prevent the horse from becoming dirty and dusty like solid blankets.
A fly sheet should help wick moisture away from the horses body which will keep them cool and comfortable throughout the hot summer months.
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TuffRider Horse Fly Sheet $55.95 Get ready for Fly season. The TuffRider Horse Fly Sheet is the ultimate in protection for your horse from both the sun and insects. Lightweight fabic treated with OdorBloc antimicrobial treatment for long life and prevention of odor. |
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Amigo by Horseware Horse Fly Sheet $103.95 Amigo by Horseware Horse Fly Sheet. These are really great fly sheets for a really great price This lightweight fly sheet from Horseware of Ireland with removeable hood will keep the bugs off your horse from ears to tail. |
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Saxon Softmesh Combo Horse Fly Sheet $66.95 The Saxon Softmesh Fly Combo is a lightweight soft polymesh horse fly sheet with neck cover. |
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Ovation Athletic UV Protection Horse Fly Sheet $54.95 Ovation Athletic UV Protection Horse Fly Sheet. This soft flexible and durable fly sheet will keep your horse free of anoying biting insects and protect his coat from the bleaching effects of the summer sun |
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Centaur Protective Horse Fly Sheet with Hood $68.95 Centaur Protective Horse Fly Sheet with Hood. This fly sheet protects your horse from biting flies from ear to tail, and everything in the middle The Protective Fly Sheet from Centaur has heavier strength turnout scrim with a hood for complete fly protection. |
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Rambo by Horseware Protector Horse Fly Sheet $161.95 The Rambo Protector Horse Fly Sheet is everything you need it to be: Tough; Durable; Soft; Protective; UV Reflecting; and Breathable. All words you look for in a summer protection rug for your horse. |
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Weatherbeeta Airflow Mesh Horse Fly Sheet $72.95 Weatherbeeta Airflow Mesh Horse Fly Sheet. Freestyle system removable/adjustable belly wrap. D-ring for optional leg strap. Soft but tough polyester mesh. Twin chest straps. 70 UV protection. A great sheet to have in your fly protection arsenal. |
