Swat Fly Ointment protects wounds, open sores, scratches and abrasions from dirt, filth and disease-carrying flies. Botanically-derived pyrethrin formula repels house flies, stable flies, face flies and horn flies, and kills them on contact. Ideal for use on the ears and other facial areas. Apply Swat Fly Ointment daily for continued protection. For use on horses, ponies and dogs. 6 oz. jar
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Customer Reviews for Swat Fly Ointment
Review 1 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
Don't Leave for the Barn without it!
January 29, 2013
ByCreeksideChik
fromSoutheastern PA
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
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I've used SWAT for over 10 years, and just can't say enough good things about this product! I was first introduced to it at the barn I used to board at when I had problems with small, biting flies that liked to get into my horse's ears and bite! I always felt so bad for him, because I constantly kept cleaning the bugs out of his ears, and he always had bite spots that were bleeding. I've always had to wear fly masks on him without ears, because he refuses to keep one on that has ears. SWAT works wonders when applied lightly inside the ears. It definitely keeps the biting bugs at bay! I also use it on my horse's belly, as small flies like to gather right in the middle of his belly and bite - the SWAT works there as well! I definitely buy the Clear formula, because I bought the Original once when the store was out of Clear--Never. Ever. Again! Although, I'll admit that the pink is easy to see, it's just a little girly looking for geldings...and all of my guys are...well guys! Highly recommend this product - whichever color works best for you, both keep flies away!
This summer my filly cut open her leg really bad. She pretty much cut off her whole bicep muscle! She had quite a few stitches that kept pulling apart so it kept staying gooey(in August remember!) so he flies were just giving her a terrible time. The vet didn't want me putting ANYTHING on top of the stitches/open mess so that made fly spray not so much of an option. I got this during one of those emergency run-to-the-feed-store-as-fast-as-you-can days and it has really saved me so much pain! It was easy to apply however I do recommend using gloves!
I also LOVE the smell! It smells like pink lemonade, I want to eat it!
only problem is I had to put it on twice a day because it would dissolve or get rubbed off or something in the heat, anyway I had to put it on more than I wanted to but I really didn't mind that much.
Review 3 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
Does it's job
October 18, 2012
Byjustaperson
fromVersailles, KY
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
3of5
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Swat is helpful in my barn when used on the horse's skin that is threatening to break open due to fly bites. We battle summer scratches due to fly bites and Swat is the best arsenal for treating and preventing the fly bite scratches.
Review 4 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
My tack room won't go without it!
August 26, 2011
ByAshleyT
fromMaine
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
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This stuff really does work! It helps keep flies away from wounds as well as washes off nicely with no greasy residue, my gelding had a cut on his hip and I have no doubt that without this to protect the cut, it would have never healed because of the flies biting it, a must have for every tack trunk.
Review 5 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
4of5
Expensive, but well worth it!
July 3, 2011
ByAppearanceIsEverything
fromIllinois
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5of5
Value:
4of5
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A few years ago, my mare caught her side on an open stall latch, and ripped a hole in her side that I could (and did!) fit my fist into. We stitched it up, but she ripped the stitches out, leaving a lovely, gaping hole just behind her shoulder. Naturally, this was at the peak of fly season, and the wound was impossible to cover. My vet recommended Swat to keep the flies out of it, and I'm so glad I listened! It's expensive, especially for such a little container, but it works like a charm. I especially like the fact that it's not greasy, nor does it stink! The BRIGHT pink coloring is a bit disconcerting at first, but it does mean that it's easy to see when it needs to be reapplied... I also have a pot of the clear formula, for the times when I care about people seeing pink spots on my chestnut!
Review 6 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
great stuff
July 6, 2010
Byljbcowgirl
fromPennsylvania
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
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this is great to keep flies off of wounds....and it is also good for those little sores that are started by fly bites.
Review 7 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
Works real well for our animals
September 8, 2009
ByMinio
fromCalifornia
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Other
Competitor:Non-competitor
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Works well for my animals, since we use your product for our outside dogs not horses, thank you very much , my wife and I are enjoying this product for our large outside dogs.
Review 8 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
This Stuff Is GREAT
September 7, 2009
ByGBMB
fromRichford, New York
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Other
Competitor:Non-competitor
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I love Swat.. Keep it on hand all the time.. My mare had a nasty cut on her shoulder.. I medicated it and then covered it with swat to keep the flies out.. Works really well.. The pink color was fine on her, however I dont know how my gelding would like it.....
Review 9 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
5of5
Swat Rocks
August 13, 2009
ByEHoofprint
fromFL
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5of5
Value:
5of5
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Swat is always handy to have around. I know that it comes in clear now, but I prefer the bright pink so that I can clearly see where it is on the horse and how much is left on after being out in the pasture.
Review 10 for Swat Fly Ointment
Overall Rating:
4of5
Swat works wonders!
August 19, 2008
ByTucker and Java
fromNE
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The original ‘pink’ Swat is fantastic, although I don’t think my gelding agrees with the color choice. Since the product is colored you can see exactly where you have applied or need to reapply the ointment. It truly does keep the flies away from scratches and scrapes while protecting the injured area by keeping bedding and dirt out. Swat is a must have during the summer months at any barn!