{"title":"Fly rugs \u0026 sweet itch rugs","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fly rug keeps flies, horseflies and midges off the body; a sweet itch rug also covers the neck, crest and tail head, the areas where a horse with sweet itch is most affected. Both rugs in this collection have a neck cover: the RugBe Zebra, which is intended as a fly and sweet itch rug, and the Horse Armor Knockdown, which according to the manufacturer has an insect-repellent agent worked into the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eZebra or Knockdown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZebra Fly Rug\u003c\/strong\u003e is made of soft, fine-mesh polyester with a lined chest piece, a securable belly flap, leg straps and a large tail flap. It can be machine washed at 30 °C. The \u003cstrong\u003eHorse Armor Knockdown\u003c\/strong\u003e is a polyester rug with a neck cover that has Insect Shield worked into it. Because the fabric contains an insect-repellent agent, follow the directions for use and washing on the label. Use biocides safely. Always read the label and product information before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFinding the size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace your tape measure at the front of the chest and measure along the flank to behind the buttocks. The Zebra rug is based on these sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSize (chest to rump)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003cth\u003eBack length (withers to rump)\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e175 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e125 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e185 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e135 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e195 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e145 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e205 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e155 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e215 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e165 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Knockdown comes in 183 and 191 cm. If your horse is between two sizes, pay particular attention to the fit at the withers and shoulder: the rug must not rub there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen do you use a sweet itch rug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCulicoides, tiny biting midges, are active from spring to autumn, especially around sunrise and sunset. Many owners of a horse with sweet itch therefore put the rug on early in the season and leave it on until the midges have gone. If your horse is itchy or has broken skin, consult your vet about the approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck daily that the rug is not rubbing anywhere and that your horse is not getting too warm under it. A tear is a way in for insects; repair it quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplete the protection with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-fly-masks\"\u003efly mask\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-fly-spray\"\u003efly spray\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mud-fever-and-sweet-itch\"\u003eskin care\u003c\/a\u003e. All rugs and headcollars are in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/headcollars-rugs-and-fly-masks\"\u003eheadcollars, rugs and fly masks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between a fly rug and a sweet itch rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA sweet itch rug covers more: usually also the neck, crest, belly and tail head. The Zebra rug with neck cover and tail flap can be used for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a fly rug stay on in the rain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fine-mesh fly rug is not waterproof. After a heavy shower it is better to take it off and let it dry, and check that the skin underneath is not overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom when do I put on a sweet itch rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany owners start early in spring and continue until the midges disappear in autumn. Consult your vet about what suits your horse.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vliegendeken-zebra-incl-nekdeel","title":"Fly Rug Zebra incl. 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