{"id":1522,"date":"2026-04-30T11:52:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/rbe\/?p=1522"},"modified":"2026-04-30T11:52:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:52:01","slug":"how-to-choose-a-fly-rug-for-your-horse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/rbe\/how-to-choose-a-fly-rug-for-your-horse\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose a fly rug for your horse"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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If your horse is bothered or agitated by flies when they are in the field (or sometimes in the stable too) then you should consider getting them to wear a fly rug.<\/p>\n

Normally designed for turnout, fly rugs can help keep most of the pesky flies away from your horse.\u00a0 Not only might this make life more comfortable for your horse in terms of reducing the flies\u2019 access to them, they may also help keep your horse safe in the sun too.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Weatherbeeta ComFiTec Hexi Shield Combo Fly Sheet<\/figcaption><\/figure>
  1. Most fly rugs come with a neck, either attached or detachable, which will help make sure your horse is protected all over. Some will even have ear holes to help keep the neck of the rug in place.<\/li>
  2. Typically fly rugs will come in light colours (to help reflect the rays of the sun). Any rug will offer some kind of UV protection but look for specific tested levels of UV protection if your horse really struggles in the sun.\u00a0 Any rug can help to limit ‘bleaching’ of your horse\u2019s coat and light coloured rugs may help keep darker coloured horses cooler too.\u00a0 If you really struggle to prevent your horse\u2019s coat being bleached by the sun then consider a \u2018summer combo\u2019 style rug made from a durable twill fabric.<\/li>
  3. Most fly rugs are made from a woven, mesh like material which allows air to flow through but stops the flies biting. This type is suitable for most horses as it will generally be lightweight and cool.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    1. Some rugs are classified as ‘sweet-itch’ or ‘midge-proof’. These are typically made from a denser fabric that won’t allow the midges access. They inevitably are warmer rugs and maybe too hot for some horses in the warmest weather but they can be really beneficial from horses that suffer with the misery that is sweet-itch. On hot days you should make sure any horses that need these denser rugs are kept inside out of the sun (rug free!) or have plenty of access to shade if they\u2019re in the field.<\/li>\n \t
    2. Lots of fly rugs will now have belly flaps rather than the conventional cross-surcingles (that you\u2019d see on most turnout rugs). These are designed to help protect your horse\u2019s tummy from any flies who are clever or determined enough to get underneath them!<\/li>\n \t
    3. Added extras to look out for are things such as: extra big tail flaps and super deep length. These all help to cover as much of the horse as possible.<\/li>\n \t
    4. And if you\u2019re really struggling with the challenges of the British weather (we\u2019re sure it can be difficult elsewhere too!) You can also find hybrid rugs – typically a mesh rug with a waterproof panel along the back. These rugs are designed to help keep the worst of any summer showers off your horse’s back without leaving them to get too hot if the sun comes out again.<\/li>\n \t
    5. Some rugs might come with a print (like zebra) that they claim can help repel flies. There has been some research to support this, suggesting that flies are less likely to land on striped areas, and anecdotally (from our own experiences) this does seem to be the case.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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      So I\u2019ve chosen what type of fly rug I\u2019m going to go for \u2013 is there anything else I should know before I buy one?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        Shires Tempest Plus Sweet Itch Combo Rug in White and Air Force Blue<\/figcaption><\/figure>

        Fly rugs are typically measured the same way as all other rugs. If you\u2019re not sure what size rug your horse takes you can always watch our handy YouTube video here to show you how to measure your horse for a rug.<\/p><\/li>

      2. Like all rugs they should be checked and removed regularly. Keep a close eye out for any signs that the rug might be causing discomfort and take them off to give your horse a once over and a groom at least once a day.<\/li>
      3. If you horse is still bothered by flies in their stable then you can keep the fly rug on indoors too. Do whatevers best to make your horse as comfortable as possible.<\/li>
      4. By their nature, mesh style fly rugs are less durable and more prone to tearing than standard turnout rugs so keep an eye out for any rips and try and repair them when they\u2019re small. Imagine a fly rug like a pair of tights \u2013 if you get a hole there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019ll fray!<\/li>
      5. Maybe also think about how good your horse is at keeping their rugs in one piece normally. If your horse is a bit of a rug wreaker look for tougher rugs (like the Weatherbeeta Comfitec Ripshield or the LeMieux Kudos Gladiator) or choose a sweet-itch version as these are likely to be more durable.<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        • Check and clean straps, fittings and stitching regularly;<\/li>
        • Keep rugs in a dry and airy place when not in use;<\/li>
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          If your horse is bothered or agitated by flies when they are in the field (or sometimes in the stable too) then you should consider getting them to wear a fly rug. Normally designed for turnout they can help keep most of the pesky flies away from your horse. Not only might this make life more comfortable for your horse in terms of reducing the flies\u2019 access to them, a fly rug may also help keep your horse safe in the sun too. 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