Fly Masks

Fly masks protect your horse’s sensitive areas on the head against insects during the summer. Through our fly masks, your horse will also be protected from UV radiation.

Protect your horse’s eyes with a fly mask

A fly mask protects your horse from annoying flies and insects. During the summer, many horses go out in the pasture. If your horse is in the pasture, it will attract flies. Insects annoying your horse can lead to irritated and inflamed eyes. Purchasing a suitable mask is essential to avoid this. Kentucky Horsewear offers all kinds of fly masks for horses and ponies. This keeps your horse healthy and provides complete protection from insects.

What is the purpose of a fly mask?

A fly mask protects your horse’s head and eyes from insects. Flies are mainly concentrated around a horse’s eyes because of tear fluid. It’s full of protein and an important food source for flies. As soon as insects are around the eyes, tear production starts. This attracts even more flies. That’s why a fly mask is an excellent way to protect your horse’s eyes.

What are the different kind of fly masks?

It’s essential to buy a fly mask that fits. This way, there is no room for flies to get under the mask. Insects are a nuisance to the eyes, but the buzzing sound also causes agitation around the ears. Therefore, our fly masks have ears, this prevents your horse from getting too stressed. Kentucky Horsewear fly masks always offer complete protection against insects. The nose flaps on our fly masks are detachable, so you can adjust the mask to suit the needs of your horse or pony. Take a look at our current range of masks and make your choice. A fly mask with a slim fit can be used while training or while competing. This makes sure your horse stays focused while riding.

Can you leave a fly mask on a horse all the time?

The answer to this question will vary depending on the time your horse spends in the field or paddock, the type of mask you have chosen and the weather. Most of our fly masks are made to be worn for the best part of the day. Though, it is important to regularly check that the mask is still in the right place and doesn’t irritate or rub the horse. The fly mask should also be washed regularly to avoid skin irritation. Can you leave a fly mask on a horse overnight? Keeping the fly mask on at night isn't really necessary. It’s considered safer for your horse not to wear a fly mask in the dark. But some horse owners prefer to leave it on overnight. Can a horse see through a fly mask? Fly masks are semi-transparent and made from a mesh allowing a horse to see while wearing it. Most masks are made of black or white mesh, this doesn’t interfere with the horse's vision.

Why choose a Kentucky Horsewear fly mask?

Are you looking to buy a high qualitative fly mask? We specialise in designing animal-friendly products for horses. We do not use any animal components in the production of fly masks. Our fly masks are made of mesh. This is a strong and breathable fabric with a gauze-like appearance. It is 100% UV-protective material. Our masks always return to their original shape thanks to the plastic edge. The masks are easy to close with a zip and press stud. Moreover, they can be washed in the washing machine at 30°C.