Shires Fly Rugs & Sweetitch Rugs

There are twelve different styles of fly rugs available in the Shires Equestrian range for this summer 2022 season, giving you plenty of choice to pair the best rug with your horse's needs. Affordable and effective, these fly rugs will keep your horse protected from flies and biting insects with added benefits of UV protection, anti-sun bleach and varying levels of coverage. They all machine wash well for ease, keeping them clean.

This handy guide will help you to decide on the best fly rug to suit your needs. We've broken down the level of protection and coverage each rug offers your horse, how affordable it is and the size and colour options available.

The Tempest collection of fly rugs from Shires Equestrian offer affordable protection for your horse throughout the summer season. Durable and dependable, these rugs will simply do the job. The added benefits of UV protection and anti-bleach help to look after your horse's skin and coat. They are breathable and comfortable to keep your horse cool and comfortable. With prices starting from £46.99, these rugs are good if you are on a budget.

The Shires Highlander range of rugs are designed with a shoulder gusset which allows for greater freedom of movement and an improved fit for horses with a wider build. These durable, high-quality fly rugs each have a unique function and are designed to last. These fly rugs have a high coverage level from poll to tail, great for horses with sensitivity to flies, insects, heat and sunlight.

For horses and ponies that are prone to seasonal itching, a high-quality sweet itch rug is an essential purchase. Shires' sweet itch rugs are perfect for the job, made from a close-knit and durable fabric which is breathable to keep your horse cool while keeping out the smallest of flies and biting insects which will irriate the skin. They have a high level of coverage - the Highlander Sweet Itch Rug with stretch panel over the poll is our best-seller, fully protecting sweet itch prone areas.

Waterproof fly rugs are useful for changeable British summer weather when it can change from showery to hot within minutes! They are designed with a waterproof back panel to keep your horse dry and a lower, breathable and airy mesh section for protection from flies and to keep your horse cool. These rugs are a great choice for owners who work full time or aren't able to swap and change rugs, protecting against rain scald and keeping your horse clean and dry.