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Summer sores on a horse's muzzle.

Summer Sores in Horses – What Every Mid-South Horse Owner Should Know

If you own horses in Memphis or North Mississippi, you know that summer brings its share of issues. Heat arrives, the humidity climbs, and flies appear by the thousands. While most horse owners are prepared, one condition often catches people by surprise: summer sores.

At first, a summer sore may look like nothing more than a small cut or scrape. Many horse owners assume their horse has developed proud flesh or reopened a wound. Unfortunately, summer sores are more than a stubborn injury, and without proper treatment, they can become larger, more painful, and difficult to manage.

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Swarm of flies in a field.

How to Protect Your Horse from Insects

Have you ever watched your horse twitch, stomp, or swish their tail from frustration? They are likely being bothered by flies or other flying insects.  We all know insects can be a nuisance, but did you know they can also cause a serious health problem, especially for horses? Understanding the impact that insects and other bugs can have on horses can help owners keep them safe from disease and irritation.

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