Equisept - FAQ

In addition to the usual flies, horseflies, deer louse flies, ticks and mosquitoes also seek out the vicinity of horses. Their stings or bites hurt and disturb the horse and can also be carriers of pathogens that trigger various diseases. 

Here is a list of the most important pests:

Flies:
In the period from June to October, flies have their high season. They often lay their eggs in feed scraps or dung heaps and multiply within a few days. Horses are bothered by sucking but also biting flies. They prefer to stay on the horse's head and around the nostrils, which can cause a lot of commotion. Small wounds serve as a food source for them - this disturbs wound healing and can lead to inflammation. There are also pathogens that can be transmitted to the horse by flies.

Horseflies:
Horseflies fly between April and August. Horseflies are particularly active on hot and humid days and can be found in large numbers throughout the day and into the evening. Horsefly larvae live where organic matter rots - you should be prepared for horseflies in places where horse manure is composted or on bridle paths at the edge of fields. The horsefly bite causes significant pain and can quickly panic the horse.

Deer lice:
From May to November, horses have to deal with deer lice - the population is highest between August and September. Stag lice flies are particularly common in woodland areas and near water. They fly at their host, claw their way in and then, after immediately losing their wings, suck blood. The bite causes considerable pain, to which horses react extremely nervously. Rashes develop at the site of infection, which can become inflamed and then need to be treated.

Ticks:
If you are out and about in nature, especially in forests, roadsides and on meadows, you have to expect ticks. Tick bites are neither painful for humans nor for horses and may be accompanied by a slight itch at most. However, ticks transmit bacteria, viruses and parasites that can cause diseases in humans and horses, such as Lyme disease, from which you should protect yourself and your horse as best you can.

Mosquitoes:
Mosquitoes often appear in the hot summer months. The highly itchy and inflammatory bites of the culicoides, also known as gnats, can cause sweet itch due to the allergens in their saliva.

The horse stable and its close surroundings often provide a suitable habitat for pests. Pests such as moths, silverfish, woodlice or cockroaches are often found here.

The latter cause considerable damage in the stable, especially in the feed and tack room and also in the transporter. On the one hand, cockroaches attack wood, leather and the feed in the feed room, and on the other hand, they transmit pathogens such as salmonella and mould spores. In addition, cockroach excretions can trigger allergies. As they multiply at a rapid rate, cockroaches should be controlled at all costs.

Das kommt auf das Produkt an. Bei den Produkten zur Anwendung am Pferd liegt die Wirkungsdauer zwischen acht Stunden (Fliegen- und Bremsenspray) und bis zu vier Wochen (Fliegen- und Bremsenmedaillon).

Yes. Both the Fly and Horsefly Spray applied to the horse and the Fly and Horsefly Medallion are doping-free.

The fly and horsefly spray for use on horses can also be used on pregnant mares. There is currently no data available on fly and horsefly medallion for pregnant and lactating mares. Application during this period is therefore not recommended. 

The Wound Care Spray is very suitable for the treatment of small skin blisters. It enables efficient cleaning of the wound and supports the subsequent wound healing. The Wound Care Spray is also suitable for the care of skin, coat and hooves. It is recommended by veterinarians and is doping-free.

Depending on the condition of the tail and mane, the product can be used daily. The nourishing chamomile oil facilitates combing and prevents dirt deposits.