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Will Febreeze kill horse flies?

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No.

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What time of day do horse flies come out?

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Horse flies usually start to increase in activity at noon, and especially during the evening.

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Can I spray vinegar on horses?

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Yes, vinegar is generally safe to spray on horses, but you should mix it in with some other safe ingredients for a better smell.

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What do I do if the livestock is not mine?

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Spray vinegar around your yard. If that doesn't work, set fly traps around your lot lines.

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How can I stop horse flies from biting me?

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You can buy bug repellant bracelets, and avoid areas where horse flies are known to be prevalent.

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We have lost several cows to horse flu. The cattle are on pasture. How do l prevent the horseflies from coming?

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Put natural horsefly repellent on them. Make sure it has no harmful chemicals, as the cows might lick it and get sick. You can use fly spray for horses because it will still be natural, or you may buy some from a pet store. You could try traps if it is a large number.

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What is a good deterrent to ward off horse flies?

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You can purchase fly spray at many local stores, which can help to ward off horse flies.

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Can I use Yard Guard yard spray in my horse's paddock?

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It's probably not a good idea. it is a pesticide, and if the horse eats it or even breathes too much in, it could be harmful.

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Can I make a horse fly spray for goats, and how?

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Generally, horse fly spray should work the same for goats. Just double check that all the ingredients in your preferred horse fly spray are safe for goats.

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They're in my house. I live in the city far away from livestock. How can I get rid of them?

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Really the only choice is to chase them around your house and kill as many as you can, call an exterminator, or leave all your windows and doors open and wait patiently and hope they all fly out.

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Can I kill a horsefly with a fly swatter?

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In my experience, they are pretty hardy flies. Fly swatting will only stun them. Smash them with your foot once they have fallen to the ground.

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