Easy Homemade Horse Fly Spray
This simple but effective recipe combines the power of a few simple ingredients. This combination repels flies quickly, as they don't like any of the components. You can mix this concoction and pour it into a spray bottle to spray on it at your leisure.
Equipment
- Bowl
- Fork or whisk
- Spray bottle
Materials
- 4 cups apple cider vinegar
- 20 drops rosemary essential oil
- 20 drops basil essential oil
- 20 drops peppermint essential oil
- 10 drops lemongrass essential oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons dish soap
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all ingredients.
- Mix well with a fork or whisk.
- Pour your horse fly spray into a spray bottle.
- Spray on your horses as needed, avoiding sensitive areas.
Notes
Do not use this fly spray on pregnant horses. Only use therapeutic-grade essential oils. Essential oils are safe to use topically on most horses, but some horses may react to essential oils. Do a patch test test prior to using. If your horse is nursing, receiving other medication, or is unwell, speak to your veterinarian before using this formula.