Buying Your Horse a Fly Rug

It's that time of year when horses are vulnerable to biting insects which can cause irritation discomfort and illness. One way of protecting your horse is to invest in a good fly rug to provide a protective layer while the horse is in the field. Here are some of the fly rugs on the market today, including a link to the retailer who is selling the rug at a good price.

Dinky Classic Anti-Midge Sheet
Sizes: 2'9 – 5'0
Colours: Silver grey with black trim
Material: High tech close weave polyester mesh
Fastenings: Double front straps, fully adjustable belly cover, leg straps, adjustable side release fittings on the neck section and an elasticated browband.

Provides maximum coverage of the most vulnerable areas and will continue to protect the neck and mane even when the pony is grazing.

Buy from: Dinky Rugs
Price: £44.50 sizes 2'9-3'9 / £46.50 sizes 4'0 - 5'0 including UK P&P


Aerborn Anti Midge Rug
Sizes: 4'6 – 7'0
Colours: White/Navy
Materials: Polyester Mesh
Fastenings: Hook and loop buckle fastenings

This fly rug offers:

• UV reflective polyester mesh rug
• Two front neck fastenings with hook and loop
• Loop to attach a field safe headcollar
• Anti-rub stretch wither with gusset
• Anti-rub nylon lining through neck and shoulders

Buy from: Best deal found Horseloverz
Price: £42.00 inc UK P&P


Buzz-Off Fly Rug
Sizes: 3'6 – 7'2
Colours: Pale Blue
Materials: Knitted mesh fabric
Accessories: Buzz-Off-Mask

This rug is made from fine weave, highly technical mesh which prevents event the smallest insects getting through. The material also helps to reduce the effects of ultraviolet radiation by reflecting some of the sun's rays.

Buy from: Best deal found White Rose Equestrian
Price: Full Neck £82.25


Gallop All-in-One Fly Rug
Sizes: 4'9 – 7'0
Colours: Champagne Gold
Materials: Fine mesh outer with polyester binding
Accessories: Neck cover and face mask
Fastenings: Double breast straps, twin strap belly cover

This is a lightweight rug which provides the horse with all round protection from flys and midges without over heating.

Buy from: Best deal found North Cove Equestrian & Pet Supplies
Price: £33.95 inc. UK P&P


Rambo Flybuster
Sizes: 5'0 – 7'3
Colours: Oatmeal / Black
Materials: Patented fabric construction made from Multi and Mono Filament yarns.
Accessories: Fly Mask
Fastenings: Stainless steel

The patented Rambo material used in this rug is infused with the EPA approved technology. The material holds and active ingredient which provides and insect shield for the horse. This shield is bound in the fibres of the rug and lasts for 25 washes.

Buy from: Best deal found Surrey Equestrian
Price: £106.75 inc. UK P&P


Fly Combination Rug - Four Seasons
Sizes: Wee Pony 2'9 – 3'9, Small Pony 4'0 – 4'0, Horse 5'0 – 7'3
Colours: White
Materials: Close knit mesh fabric
Accessories: Fly Fringes, Fly Veil, Fly Masks, Fly Repellent

This horse rug is generously cut and styled to allow freedom of air circulation and coverage to protect the horse from flys. The rug comes with neck and poll cover.

Wee Pony Rug
Buy from: Best deal found Derby House
Price: from £25.25 - £31.25 inc. UK P&P

Horse Rug
Buy from: Best deal found Scottish Horse
Price: £62.30 inc. UK P&P


Masta Zing Fly Mesh Full Neck Rug
Sizes: 4'6 – 7'0
Colours: White
Materials: Soft Polyester mesh
Fastenings: Twin front fastenings

• Soft polyester mesh
• Gusset
• Surcingles
• Anti-rub satin chest lining
• Tail flap
• Twin front straps
• Fixed neck

Buy from: Best deal found Surrey Equestrian
Price: £26.20 inc. UK P&P


Sweet Itch Body – Hood and Rug Set - Snuggy Hoods
Sizes: XXS – XXL
Colours: Beige, Black, Brown
Materials: Poly/Elastine
Weights: Standard, Heavy
Accessories: Legs, udder/sheath cover
Fastenings: Pull on / zipper

This Sweet Itch rug offers the horse nose-to-tail protection from midges flies and the sun's rays.

Buy from: Best deal found Tack 2 Go
Hood and Rug
Price: £180 inc. UK P&P


WeatherBeeta Supa-Fly Detach-A-Neck
Sizes: 4'0 – 7'3
Colours: White/Blue
Materials: Super strong outer material that maintains flexibility and softness
Accessories: Free Fly Mask
Fastenings: Adjustable/removable belly wrap, twin chest straps, adjustable/removable leg straps

• Removable neck cover
• Full Wrap Tail Flap

Buy from: Best deal found TDS Saddlers
Price: £70.04 inc. UK P&P



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Entries close 13th July 2009






Source: Equestrian Business Monthly May 2009

Equine Compare Welcomes Riders Paradise

We would like to give a warm welcome to our latest retailer; Riders Paradise.

This equestrian retailer pride themselves in offering horse owners and riders a comprehensive range of top quality brands at cheap prices. These brands include Pikeur, Eskadron, Muck Boot Co, Elevator, GPA, Kentucky, Kyra K, Veredus, Konig, Masta, Cottage Craft, Caldene, Tottie, Harry Hall, Hac Tac, Snuggy Hoods, Just Togs, Toggi, NAF, Gold Label and many many more.
They offer free delivery on orders over £50 and have a reputation for providing customers with a friendly and efficient service.

You can also visit their well stocked shop which is based in Hull. This retailer is well worth considering for your next equestrian purchase - browse Riders Paradise.

Win £100 to spend with Robinsons

This month's prize draw gives you the chance to win £100 worth of shopping vouchers to spend with Robinsons Country Leisure. Click Here to Enter

A bit about Robinsons
Robinsons first started trading back in 1867 when James Robinson opened a small saddlery in Wigan. Today they have grown to become one of the most established and well known equestrian retailers in the UK. Robinsons offers customers a wide range of products and brands at competitive prices. They also have their own 'Requisite' brand which offers a range of value for money equestrian products.


Here's what you could buy with your £100 of Robinsons vouchers..


Air System Tall Riding Boots £98.00


Synthetic GP Saddle £94.94


Pessoa Sweet Itch Rug £89.00



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Entries close at midnight on the 13th of July 2009. Good luck everyone!

Money Offer Vouchers for Equine Vaccinations in June 09

This month is National Vaccination Month which not only highlights the need for vaccinating horses and dogs against diseases, but also provides money off vouchers for participating vets. 

During June 2009, horse owners can obtain discounted vaccinations against some of the most dangerous equine diseases.

The offer includes a free second dose of tetanus vaccine (with or without flu), plus a free wormer.

Horse owners can print off vouchers at the Vaccination Month Website

You will be protecting your horse against:

Equine Influenza

'Flu in horses is a highly infectious viral disease which affects the respiratory tract including the windpipe and lungs. Widespread throughout the horse population, the virus is transmitted by direct horse-to-horse contact and indirect contact via contaminated people, tack, feed and equipment. Signs of 'flu include a dry, harsh cough, fever, nasal discharge and lethargy. Following a bout of 'flu, horses need complete rest for at least 6 weeks. Equine 'flu is not contagious to humans.

Equine Herpes Virus

Equine herpes virus is a very common viral disease which is just as contagious as 'flu. The virus can cause a severe loss of form and associated problems including abortion and paralysis and, like its human counterparts, the virus can recur time after time. The first signs are similar to those seen with 'flu and include fever, nasal discharge and coughing that can last for up to 3 weeks. Equine herpes virus is not contagious to humans. Vaccination against equine herpes virus is not available as part of National Vaccination Month

Strangles

Strangles is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacterium, Streptococcus equi. Horses become depressed, dull, develop a fever and nasal discharge and stop eating. The glands around the throat swell, forming abscesses. In some outbreaks and in up to ten percent of cases, these abscesses spread to other parts of the body (a condition known as 'bastard' strangles) which is nearly always fatal. Strangles is transmitted from horse-to horse and indirect contact via people, tack, feed and equipment. There is currently no vacci

ne available against strangles.

Tetanus

Tetanus is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetanii which can be found in soil and horse droppings. Although most animals can be affected horses are particularly susceptible. The bacteria enter the body through wounds and punctures of the sole of the foot are common routes of infection. Horses will dev

elop muscle stiffness resulting in a "rocking-horse" stance and "lock-jaw". Unfortunately this condition is usually fatal.

Information & Image Source: www.vaccinationmonth.co.uk

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