Absorbine Ultrashield EX 

With the ability to kill and repel more than 70 types of flies, mosquitoes, ticks and gnats, Absorbine Ultrashield Ex may arguably be the best fly spray for horses. Ultrashield Ex is made with UltraBond Technology that keeps the horse spray weatherproof for up to 17 days, it’s ideal for extreme conditions! Plus, this formula features multiple sunscreens and coat conditioners to help keep your trail buddy protected and feeling smooth.

Benefits

• Kills and repels more than 70 species of flies, mosquitoes, ticks, and gnats.
  
• Weatherproof spray- protects for up to 17 days. 
• Advanced formula contains sunscreens and coat conditioners, including natural aloe and lanolin.
  
• Approved for use on horses, donkeys, mules, dogs and as a premise spray.
  

Directions For Use

• HOLD CONTAINER UPRIGHT. SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING. Spray or wipe-on. Protect your horses and dogs. Ready to use.
• No mixing necessary. This water-based formulation may be applied directly with spray applicator or as a wipe-on.
• Kills and repels biting and nuisance flies, gnats, mosquitoes on horses, ponies and foals (over 12 weeks of age) for up to 17 days. Weatherproof formula binds to the hair shaft to repel and protect from bugs, sun, sweat, water, dust and dirt.
• HORSES, PONIES AND FOALS (Over 12 Weeks of Age): Kills and repels biting and nuisance flies, gnats, mosquitoes and ticks for up to 17 days. Including Horse Flies, Stable Flies, Face Flies, Horn Flies, Deer Flies, House Flies, Black Flies, Cluster Flies, Sciarid Flies, Gnats, Midges, Punkies, No-See-Ums, Deer Ticks, Lone Star Ticks, Chiggers, American Dog Ticks, Brown Dog Ticks, Gulf Coast Ticks, Fleas and Lice.
• USE AS A WIPE OR A SPRAY: This product may be applied either as a wipe or as a spray. When applying as a wipe, or on the horse’s face, always use a soft cloth. First, brush animal to remove excess dirt and dust. Spray or wipe horse’s entire body while brushing against the lay of the coat to ensure adequate coverage. Avoid getting spray into horse’s eyes, nose or mouth. Do not wet skin or apply to the point of dripping or exceed two ounces per application. Reapply every 7 to 10 days under normal conditions for initial applications. As protection builds, reapply every 12 to 17 days as needed. Also, reapply each time animal is washed or exposed to heavy rain for best results. After application, brush thoroughly to bring out bright sheen on the coat.
• DOGS AND PUPPIES (Over 12 Weeks of Age): Kills and repels fleas, ticks (that may carry Lyme Disease), mosquitoes and lice on dogs. Also kills and repels fleas, ticks, mosquitoes and lice around premise. Cover animal’s eyes with hands. With a firm stroke to get a proper spray mist, spray head, ears and chest until damp. With soft cloth, rub into face around mouth, nose and eyes. Then spray neck, middle and hind quarters, finishing legs last. For best penetration of spray to the skin, direct spray against natural lay of the hair. On long haired dogs, rub against the lay of the hair, spraying the ruffled hair directly behind the hand. Make sure spray thoroughly wets ticks. During the flea season, retreat every 3-4 weeks if necessary. Kills fleas, ticks and lice on dogs and provides up to 28 days protection from reinfestation. Sensitivities may occur after using ANY pesticide product on pets. If signs of sensitivity occur, bathe your pet with mild soap and rinse with large amounts of water. If signs continue, consult a veterinarian immediately.
• Consult a veterinarian before using this product on debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals or animals on medication.
• DOG’S SLEEPING QUARTERS: Spray around baseboards, windows, door frames, wall cracks and localized areas of floors. The pet’s bedding areas should be sprayed. Spray old bedding or replace with fresh bedding.
• USE AS A PREMISE SPRAY: Kills insects on contact such as: Carpenter Bees, American Cockroaches, Asian Cockroaches, Australian Cockroaches, Brown Banded Cockroaches, German Cockroaches, Oriental Cockroaches, Smokey Brown Cockroaches, Black Widow Spiders, Cellar Spiders, Fire Ants, Carpenter Ants, Pharaoh Ants, Foraging Ants, Grain Mites, Clover Mites, Beetles (including Carpet, Flat Grain, Flour, Cigarette, Confused Flour, Drugstore, Lesser Grain Borer, Merchant Grain, Sawtoothed Grain, Warehouse, Red Flour, Ground, Elm Leaf and Rice Weevils), Palmetto Bugs, Water Bugs, Cadelles, Indian Meal Worms, Sowbugs, Boxelder Bugs, Earwigs, Pillbugs, Firebrats, Silverfish, Clothes Moths, Booklice, Centipedes, Millipedes, Crickets, Scorpions, flying moths (including Almond, Chocolate, Tobacco, Indian Meal and Angoumois Grain and other flying moths). Spray in areas where insects congregate. Apply at a rate of 32 oz. per 250 sq. ft. Direct spray to contact insects for rapid knockdown and kill. Spray around door facings and screens to render area unattractive to insects. This will help to repel insects and prevent entrance into building.

Active Ingredients

*cis/trans ratio: Min. 35% (+/-) cis and Max. 65% (+/-) trans

**(butylcarbityl) (6-propylpiperonyl) ether and related compounds

FAQs

1. Are all of the Ultra Shield fly sprays water based?
Absorbine Ultrashield repellents are water-based. Water-based fly sprays are not an irritant for most horse’s skin and won’t attract dirt or dust.

2. Can this be used on cows?
Ultrashield EX cannot be used on cows. 

3. Can I use this fly spray on my mare who is currently nursing a foal? The bugs are driving her insane!
This Spray is safe to use on horses, donkeys, mules, dogs and as a premise spray. Consult a veterinarian before using this product on debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals or animals on medications.

4. Is this product all natural or does it have deet/pyrethrins in it?
This product contains Pyrethrins. Please see the complete list of ingredients above.