Natural Fly Control Solution for Horses and Cattle

Reduce Stress, Protect Performance and Improve Profitability

Fly pressure represents a multifactorial challenge in equine and cattle production.

Beyond simple discomfort, it leads to:

• Physiological and behavioural stress
• Reduced feed intake
• Decreased average daily gain (ADG)
• Impaired feed conversion efficiency
• Increased risk of infectious keratoconjunctivitis (pinkeye)
• Secondary wound infections

In this context, insect management is not merely a matter of comfort — it is part of an integrated strategy to maintain performance and animal health.

A Different Approach: Working from the Inside Out

Equi-Shield™ and X-Shield™ are part of the solutions developed by Probiotech, offering a nutraceutical strategy without insecticides.

Mode of Action

Administered through feed, this botanical extract-based supplement:

• Is absorbed and metabolized by the animal
• Promotes the release of volatile aromatic compounds through respiration and perspiration
• Modifies the animal’s immediate olfactory environment
• Naturally reduces attractiveness to flies and biting insects

This systemic approach helps decrease the number of insects landing on the animal, contributing to reduced stress and associated behavioural disruptions.

A Unique Synergistic Botanical Formula

Unlike products based solely on garlic powder, the Shield™ line relies on a synergistic blend of carefully selected botanical extracts:

• Mint
• Anise
• Lemongrass
• Garlic

This synergy supports consistent and uniform action throughout fly season.

Demonstrated Efficacy

The effectiveness of Equi-Shield™ was demonstrated in a study published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science (Wagner et al., 2021), showing a significant reduction in the number of flies landing on supplemented horses.

These results support the value of integrating a nutritional strategy into seasonal insect management protocols.

Expected Clinical and Zootechnical Benefits

• Reduction in overall fly pressure
• Decreased stress and discomfort
• Support for performance stability
• Contribution to prevention of secondary wound infections
• Reduced inflammatory reactions associated with insect bites

From a preventive medicine and sustainable management perspective, this approach allows insect control to be integrated into the overall nutritional program.

“On the farms and in the stables I visit, several producers and horse owners using Probiotech solutions report calmer, more comfortable animals during fly season — effects I have also observed in the field.

In horses, some remain more willingly out in the pasture with the herd and appear more relaxed during riding. On the cattle side, several producers also mention feeling more reassured about the eye health of their animals while on pasture during fly season.”

— Dr. Danielle Fournier-Lévesque, DVM

Why Choose a Natural Fly Control Solution?

✔ Supplement without insecticides
✔ Compatible with conventional and organic production programs
✔ Supports animal well-being
✔ Helps reduce economic losses related to stress and infections
✔ Suitable for both horses and cattle

Prevention Rather Than Reaction

Effective fly management requires an integrated preventive strategy.

By reducing biting insect pressure, you promote:

• Greater performance consistency
• Lower stress levels
• Improved animal comfort
• Increased herd-level profitability

Looking for a solution tailored to your needs?

Contact us to learn more about the solution adapted to your operation, obtain detailed technical information, discuss integration into your feeding protocols, or locate distributors near you.

Call us at 450-771-7252 or toll-free at 1-800-267-7252 or email us at info@probiotech.com

Our team will be pleased to assist you.

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