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This was a concern of mine. I did use the product and found it very effective and my horse didn't get anemic.

I have used it on my Arab cross when the Apple Cider Vinegar didn't give me the amount of results I wanted. It was very effective! My horse didn't loose weight from either product.

My experience has been that it repels mosquitos as well. Can't be positive about ticks, but we have noticed a significant decrease in them since using this product. It works by changing the way the horse smells and tastes to blood sucking insects, so it would make sense that any insect would be repelled by it. Hope that helps!

I have found that the Smart Bug-off is helpful. I've also started using Omega 3's to boost my mare's immune system and it has been found to be helpful with sweet itch. I have noticed a decrease of my mare's overall itchiness. I recommend starting it before the fly season.

If your horse is eating his feces my best guess is that he is lacking in the nutritional department or he is bored. I have found that an overview of what you are feeding him will find something lacking or try adding hay in a hay net to slow his eating and give him something to do!

Before bug season

Thank you for your question. No specific side effects have been established for SmartBug-Off, however as a member of the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC), rest assured that we report on and closely monitor any adverse reactions that are reported while a horse is being fed one any of our SmartSupplements.

Thanks for your question. SmartBug-Off may be fed with SmartOmega 3 Ultra at the same time, and in fact they complement each other nicely.

Thanks for your question. Cough Free is intended to support respiratory health and a normal inflammatory response. If your pony is showing additional signs of allergies, we recommend that you consult your veterinarian for a thorough diagnosis and to determine if prescription medication may be beneficial.

I am no expert, however, my experience has been that my horse has experienced less sheath swelling and his bite reaction is much less than before I started him on this product. I took him off over the winter but just started him back up on it.

I have fed it with the components of SmartCombo with no problems. I feed with their grain to help minimize the hit to the tummy of all the vitamins at once.
I tend to see reactions within the first week or two, and sometimes within the first day or two, on stuff that isn't working for one of my horses. I have had no issues with this particular product with any of them. In fact, I think it helps keep their tummies settled. (no scientific basis at all for this- just my observation of the one with the ulcer problems)

I have used SimpliFly for 6+ years, and both of my horses also started Smart Bug-Off last season due to the gnats and noseeums. Neither had any problems with the combination (Both were added to evening feed & I also use fly predators & fly strips in the barn.). We can definitely confirm the reduction in gnat annoyance and fly reduction, but don't think either deterred the remaining flies from biting - I don't believe any "safe" product can get them all. I've just restarted the bug-off for the second season - last year drought and this year very wet, so we'll see. I have no safety concerns about about having both supplements in their diets. There were no bad reactions last year and I see no reason to expect any this season either.

It took about a week or 2 to notice a difference!

Dont even bother ordering this product. DOES NOT WORK

I would use the other product, Buggzo, which does not have any added MSM, and is a comparable pellet that SmartPAk carries.

It has been my experience down here in Maryland that all weapons have to be used against black biting flies. That stated, I use SmartBug OFF, Fly Predators with a double amount than the actual horses that are on the property, as you have to account for Deer, fox, etc, and Calm Coat Fly spray seems to repel well, although not water repellent.

Thanks for your question. If your mule has a tough time with the gnats, you might want to consider trying SmartBug-Off along with SmartOmega 3 Ultra. SmartBug-Off includes Garlic, Brewer’s Yeast and Apple Cider Vinegar to help deter biting insects (including gnats) while SmartOmega 3 Ultra provides higher levels of Omega 3s from flax, fish oil and chia seed. While both of these supplements should be suitable for your mule and donkey, we’d recommend discussing any changes to their feed and supplement program with your veterinarian.

Thanks for your question. It’s important not to make abrupt changes to the diet and management of pregnant mares. For this reason we always recommend seeking your veterinarian’s advice before adding any new supplements to your mare’s diet. SmartBug-Off, like many other supplements, has not been specifically evaluated for use in breeding animals or young foals, therefore we suggest following your vet’s advice on feeding this supplement.

Thanks for your question. It’s important not to make abrupt changes to the diet and management of pregnant mares. For this reason we always recommend seeking your veterinarian’s advice before adding any new supplements to your mare’s diet. SmartBug-Off, like many other supplements, has not been specifically evaluated for use in breeding animals or young foals, therefore we suggest following your vet’s advice on feeding this supplement. We really wish we could provide a more helpful, detailed answer, but with such precious cargo on board, pregnant mares really do need to be “handled with care,” and they need individualized recommendations from a veterinarian.

Thanks for your question. SmartBug-Off contains no added sugars and is generally appropriate for most horses. Since your horse has a specific health condition, we recommend just double-checking with your vet before adding it to her diet.