Jeffers Pet's Sheep Fly and Insect Control Supplies section offers a variety of products to protect sheep from flies and insects. This range includes items from brands like Y-Tex and Pyranha, ensuring effective pest control for sheep. Ideal for shepherds and livestock managers, these products are key to maintaining the health and comfort of sheep by preventing irritation and disease caused by flies and insects. Explore this selection for reliable fly and insect control solutions.
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When is the best time to spray sheep with fly spray?
Fly spray treatments are most effective when applied before fly populations peak, typically in early spring before warm weather arrives, since blowflies and other pests become active as temperatures rise. Reapplication should follow the product's labeled duration of protection, often every 6 to 12 weeks during the high-risk season (spring through early autumn in temperate climates).
How to keep flies off of sheep?
Keeping flies off sheep generally requires a combination of preventive and reactive measures. Regular shearing removes the soiled, matted wool that attracts blowflies for egg-laying, and is one of the most effective long-term controls. Treating wounds, scours (diarrhea), and footrot promptly prevents flies from being attracted to infected or soiled tissue. Chemical preventives such as insect growth regulators (IGRs), pour-on insecticides, or dips applied before fly season provide protection for weeks to months. Pasture and yard hygiene, including removing manure buildup and standing water where flies breed, also helps reduce overall fly pressure.
Interested in more sheep products?
Various sheep supplies are available in our catalog from trusted brands. Check out our sheep breeding supplies, antibiotics, show goat supplies, shearing equipment and sheep dewormers.
Can I purchase Sheep Fly & Insect Control Supplies online?
Yes. It’s in stock and easy to purchase. Pair it with some of our popular Sheep Shearing Equipment. Add it to your cart and see if you qualify for free shipping.