Sunburn season has arrived! While we’re all excited to spend time outside in the beautiful summer weather, taking precautions to avoid harmful sun exposure is crucial. Excessive sun exposure can be detrimental not only for us but also for our horses. They, too, can get sunburn, coat bleaching, and an increased risk of cancer by spending too much time in the sun without any protection. Here are our top-selling sun protection products so you can safely enjoy the sunshine with your horse this summer.
Top 5 Best-Selling Topical Sun Protectants:
EquiShield SB from Kinetic Vet is a topical ointment that provides SPF 30 for your horse. It contains zinc oxide and aloe vera, which help block out UV rays while soothing damaged or irritated skin. Additionally, it has citronella oil to repel insects, making this a must-have if your horse spends a lot of time outside. It is perfect for protecting those white faces and pink noses!
Sunflower Suncoat from Healthy Haircare Products provides a simple full-body protection solution. This spray is easy to apply anywhere and everywhere to protect your horse from harmful UV rays and prevent bleached coats or dried-out hair.
Ultra’s Sparkle Light Oil with Sunscreen is an excellent option for providing sun protection while at a horse show. It adds highlights and shine wherever applied, making it perfect for enhancing facial features, muscle definition, and luxurious-looking manes and tails.
Equiderma’s Zinc Oxide Paste is a must-have in any tack box because of its many benefits. This paste provides antibacterial and antifungal properties, as well as sun protection. The protective barrier makes this an excellent choice for everyday use and when treating cuts or scratches, shielding them from excessive sun and infection.
Mosquito Halt from Farnam is a favorite due to its combined UV protection and insect-repellent benefits. It contains two repellents and two insecticide ingredients in addition to sunscreen to help control mosquitos, gnats, flies, chiggers, lice, and mites while also providing sun protection for your horse.
Other non-topical Protective Options:
A fly sheet is one of the simplest ways to provide your horse with full-body sun and insect protection, and what better way to do that than with an environmentally friendly option? If you’re concerned about the environmental effects of sunscreen or insecticides, the Amigo AmECO Bug Buster from Horseware Ireland is the answer for you! This breathable sheet is made from recycled materials, providing your horse the protection they need this summer.
Going along with the fly sheets, a fly mask is another simple option to provide sun protection for your horse. This Cashel Crusader Fly Mask with Nose is a popular choice due to its extended coverage down your horse’s nose. And, the soft-coated nylon micro mesh blocks 70% of damaging UV rays.
If you live in a particularly buggy area and your horse spends most of its time outside, the Amigo 3-in-1 CamoFly from Horseware Ireland is another excellent choice. This fly sheet has 65% UV protection and a unique pattern that disorients the flies, making it harder for them to land on your horse.
If you live in a hotter climate or areas with a higher UV index, Horseware Ireland’s Mio Flysheet is an excellent choice. The soft polyester knit blocks out 95% of UV rays, covering your horse with the ultimate protection from head to tail.
The Cashel Crusader Fly Mask With Nose & Ears provides all the same benefits as the mask discussed above but with added ear coverage. This mask fully covers your horse’s face, nose, and ears with 70% UV blockage.
Sun Protection For You:
Now that your horse is covered, let’s talk about protecting you! Starting off strong with the Kastel Denmark Long Sleeve Sunshirt – this is a top seller because of the ultra-lightweight fabric that keeps you cool while providing UPF 30 protection.
A helmet visor is a great way to provide sun protection for your face. This option from EquiVisor is a favorite among equestrians because of its stylish appeal and versatility. It can be worn with or without a helmet and securely stays in place while you work, ride, or even spectate.
Hands can be an easily forgotten area to protect from the sun, but the Roeck-Grip Lite Riding Gloves from Roeckl solve that issue. They are made from a cool, breathable fabric with micro-mesh on the backhand and Roeck-Grip on the palm. These gloves provide all the protection you need without slowing you down.
When you aren’t reaching for your helmet and visor, keep your face protected while repping your favorite brand with our FarmVet Ball Cap!
Add the Keela Technical Base Layer from Horseware Ireland to your sunshirt collection. This shirt is another favorite, perfect for outdoor activities, with its sweat-wicking and sun-protection properties.
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Now that you and your horse are well protected from the sun let’s discuss heat control. Here are some tips to help your horse cool down in the hot summer weather.
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