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Five Ways To Get Ahead of Fly Season This Year

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Keeping our mustangs and burros comfortable during bug season has always been a priority. Last summer, we added a few new tools to our bug-control routine that worked well, and we’re excited to start using them much earlier this year. 💪 First, it’s important to identify the enemy. 🔍 Different regions are affected by different biting insects. Some horse owners primarily battle flies, while we're at war with biting gnats. That’s changed how we approach bug management - fly masks and even bug spray can be nearly useless when the gnats get bad. Instead, we focus more on bug-repelling supplements that make our equines a little less tasty to them. 🤢 Here Are Five Ways We’re Managing Flies and Biting Insects for Our Equines This Year: Bug-Off Supplement from Springtime Supplements : This garlic supplement has been very effective for us. Garlic has been used for centuries to help deter insects. It’s long-lasting, easy to feed, supports the immune system, and promotes beneficial bacteria...