As a horse owner, the word COLIC can cause fear and panic! For those who aren't familiar with colic, it's the leading medical cause of death in horses. Technically, colic refers to pain in a horse’s abdomen, although colic episodes typically reflect conditions of the colon. While colic can include a simple blockage, a spasm in the [...]
Dairy Bomb-55Z kills and repels flying and crawling insects in homes, dairies, milk houses, horse barns, cattle operations, poultry barns, hog barns, food processing plants, restaurants as well as outdoor areas. Can also be used directly on cattle, horses, swine, chickens and other livestock. Packaging: 25 oz aerosol Approved For Use On: Cattle, swine, horses, chickens and [...]
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 [...]
30 ml tube/Two doses per tube Ideal for those showing livestock or handling animals in stressful conditions. Helps manage stress and focus without causing drowsiness or loss of performance. Contains Suntheanine® L-Theanine & Colostrum Tranquility Peptide Complex™. Test Free. Starts to work in as little as 45 minutes and lasts up to 4 hours. Easy [...]
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 [...]
Here’s something to think about… Middle age for humans begins at about 45. Middle age for your horse begins at around 15, with a life expectancy of about 30. Along the way, the inevitable signposts of aging begin appearing, including weight loss, a somewhat swayed back, the reduced muscle around the withers and haunches, and a [...]
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 [...]
