April 2021 Issue

Page 10 April 2021 EAST COAST EQUESTRIAN To win the battle against flies and other pests, more and more horse owners are consistently reaching for Ecovet, a totally different type of fly spray. A 2019 research study pub- lished in the Journal of Economic Entomology confirms Ecovet's standout success against flies: In head-to-head comparisons with other fly spray products, the researchers found that Ecovet is the most effective at inhib- iting flies and Ecovet lasts the longest. In fact, Ecovet was the only repellent in the study that inhibited flies for the full du- ration of the two-day trial. The study compared a wide range of commercially available repel- lents, including those marketed as natural and those with synthetic pyrethroids as active ingredients. More: eco-vet.com/study. Developed, tested, endorsed and owned by veterinarians, Ecovet does not contain toxic pesticides such as pyrethroids, and it is not an essential oil product, which can offer limited effectiveness. Instead, Ecovet's formulation is 5% each of three Ecovet Fly Spray Outperforms the Competition food-grade fatty acids, 84% volatile silicone oil and 1% fragrance. Ecovet founder Dr. Tim John, a veterinarian, explains how the fly spray works so well: "After Ecovet is applied, the fatty acids evaporate and create a vapor barrier around the horse. This confuses and overwhelms an insect's normal directional ability — basically its 'GPS.' Thanks to this Ecovet barrier, the insect simply can't locate the horse as its next victim." An additional benefit of Ecovet is that it helps prevent insect-related skin sensitivity by stopping insects from landing on the horse in the first place. "If insects don't land, they don't bite. And if a horse isn't bitten, there's less chance for insect-related skin reactions or hypersensitivity, aka the dreaded sweet itch," notes Dr. John. Ecovet not only repels but also kills flies, mosquitoes, ticks and no-see-ums. Horse owners can find out why Ecovet is a real alternative to toxic pesticides at eco-vet.com/ different. Kool Kurtains ™ : Cool the Barn, Ban the Bugs Kool Kurtains provide the most advanced technology for passive cooling available to the equestrian and agricultural markets. Equally important, Kool Kurtains screen out insects and birds without the use of chemicals. Kool Kurtains utilize their exclusive textile, CS80, which is scientifically proven to deflect up to 80% of the sun’s heat rays while simultaneously allowing for airflow. Extreme- ly durable, antimicrobial, and flame retardant, Kool Kurtains’ unique panel design allows for easy coverage of almost any size aisle, run-in, stall or shed row. The panel design also allows for easy access for tractors and equipment as well as horses and people. Also available are Dutch door and window covers, horse trailers, kennels and custom work. Kool Kurtains, and all materials, are 100% sourced and manufactured in the USA. Kool Kurtains can produce a cool, bug-free haven for horses and can significantly reduce use of fans and insecticides making for a healthier environment for both horses and people. Kool Kurtains are affordable: a run-in Submit your events to East Coast Equestrian at steph@eastcoastequestrian.net for inclusion in our calendar at no charge! Please provide event name, location, city, state and contact information by the 10th of the prior month. Event Organizers! (Continued on page 13)