{"id":8727,"date":"2023-07-06T16:54:37","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T20:54:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/?p=8727"},"modified":"2024-01-22T22:47:37","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T03:47:37","slug":"how-to-keep-flies-off-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/how-to-keep-flies-off-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Flies Off Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Spring and summer are the perfect seasons to enjoy the great outdoors with your pup. But depending on where you live, spending time in the great outdoors can result in annoying and itchy mosquito bites, and fly bites too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s post I&#8217;ll be going over 6 different methods you can use to help keep flies away from your pup&#8217;s belly, ears, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);background-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-basiccircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-basiccircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-arrowcircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-arrowcircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-xclosecircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:after, .kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id8727_a381ce-a3 .kb-toggle-icon-style-xclosecircle .kb-table-of-contents-icon-trigger:before{background-color:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);}<\/style>\n\n\n<p>To be honest, I never knew that fly bites would be something I&#8217;d have to think about while taking my dog Limone out with me on adventures &#8211; until we had a particularly annoying stable fly bite encounter at <a href=\"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/long-point-provincial-park-review-spending-a-dog-friendly-afternoon-swimming-in-ontarios-warmest-waters\/\">Long Point Provincial Park&#8217;s dog beach.<\/a> My poor girl was snapping everywhere when the sun started setting.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"]{font-style:normal;border-top:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"]{display:flex;gap:0.25em;align-items:center;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"] .kb-adv-heading-icon svg{width:1em;height:1em;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"] .kb-adv-heading-icon{color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);font-size:3em;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"]{border-top:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"]{border-top:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left:3px dashed var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);}}<\/style><p class=\"kt-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading kt-adv-heading-has-icon has-theme-palette8-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_d56b85-08\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-adv-heading-icon kb-svg-icon-fas_question kb-adv-heading-icon-side-left\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M202.021 0C122.202 0 70.503 32.703 29.914 91.026c-7.363 10.58-5.093 25.086 5.178 32.874l43.138 32.709c10.373 7.865 25.132 6.026 33.253-4.148 25.049-31.381 43.63-49.449 82.757-49.449 30.764 0 68.816 19.799 68.816 49.631 0 22.552-18.617 34.134-48.993 51.164-35.423 19.86-82.299 44.576-82.299 106.405V320c0 13.255 10.745 24 24 24h72.471c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-5.773c0-42.86 125.268-44.645 125.268-160.627C377.504 66.256 286.902 0 202.021 0zM192 373.459c-38.196 0-69.271 31.075-69.271 69.271 0 38.195 31.075 69.27 69.271 69.27s69.271-31.075 69.271-69.271-31.075-69.27-69.271-69.27z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kb-adv-text-inner\"><strong>Did you know?<\/strong><br>There are 3 different types of flies that bite dogs in Ontario. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/fly-bites-on-dogs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7979\">which types of flies bite dogs in Ontario, recognize which bites belong to which flies, and how to treat them.<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_365463-99, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_365463-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_365463-99\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_365463-99 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_365463-99[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_365463-99\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading8727_365463-99 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_365463-99\">6 Ways To Protect Your Dog From Biting Flies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since some flies rely on visual cues more than scent, and others rely on scent more than visual cues, some methods may be more effective than others depending on the <a href=\"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/fly-bites-on-dogs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7979\">type of biting fly <\/a>you encounter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re heading somewhere where you think you\u2019ll encounter both, chances are you\u2019ll need to utilize a combination of methods below to protect your pet from these pesky biting flies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Fly Repellent or Fly Sprays for Dogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re mostly concerned about protecting your dog from the common black fly and mosquitos, then consider purchasing a fly repellent or fly spray made specifically for dogs, horses, or ponies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most fly-repellent sprays are made up of a combination of animal-safe essential oils and use scents to repel smaller biting insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From what I\u2019ve searched, you won\u2019t find fly repellent sprays in local pet shops like Petsmart, Ren\u2019s Pets, or Pet Valu, but you\u2019ll certainly have some luck sourcing some from horse supply shops!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pleasantridge.ca\/index.php\/horse-health\/fly-sprays.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pleasant Ridge<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalpetfoods.ca\/search?q=repellent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Natural Pet Foods<\/a> are two Ontario stores that I found that sell fly-repellent products for dogs\/horses. From what I&#8217;ve researched, the most popular fly-repellent product is called &#8211; <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/s?k=Absorbine+Ultrashield+Green+Natural+Fly+Repellent&amp;crid=77L8G13UBP3U&amp;sprefix=absorbine+ultrashield+green+natural+fly+repellent%2Caps%2C285&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=3154bf60ca8b35a907e708979b666945&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8728\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">Absorbine Ultrashield Green Natural Fly Repellent<\/a> and can be found on Amazon in huge refill bottles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Don\u2019t expect to spray this only once during the day to protect your dog. You\u2019ll need to <strong>thoroughly <\/strong>cover their bodies and fur AND apply it multiple times a day to keep the insects away.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ironically these fly repellents<strong> aren\u2019t effective against stable flies, horse flies, or deer flies<\/strong> (biting flies that rely on visual cues more than scent).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your dog is already suffering from open wounds, has sensitive skin, or is suffering from other health issues &#8211; use caution and always ask your veterinarian ahead of time before applying anything on your dog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most repellents are not recommended around your dog\u2019s eyes, nose, or mouth area as they can irritate. You\u2019ll also need to keep a watchful eye to prevent your dog from licking or grooming themselves after application&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dragonfly Clip \/ Dragonfly Wingman<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>100% the absolute cutest, most adorable option on this list! If you\u2019re looking to scare or deter horse flies or deer flies naturally, then consider clipping on one of their natural predators on yourself and your dog to keep them away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed in Canada, and tested in Ontario cottage countries, the <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/DRAGONFLY-WINGMAN-DEER-HORSE-REPELLENT\/dp\/B01GVQTT7Q?crid=14I40OABO5RFJ&amp;keywords=dragonfly+wingman&amp;qid=1691678452&amp;sprefix=dragonfly+wingman%2Caps%2C101&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=b73e56051b11e9f06773034507853646&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8730\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">Dragonfly Wingman <\/a>is a clip-on fake dragonfly that mimics a real dragonfly to fool the horse and deer flies away (remember these types of flies are visual hunters, so a dragonfly visual is certainly a great deterrent!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019d recommend checking out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/dragonfly-wingman-fly-deterrent-2-pk-1591692p.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canadian Tire<\/a> to purchase a 2-pack (one for yourself and one for your dog!) &#8211; it\u2019s the cheapest purchase online when compared to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leevalley.com\/en-ca\/shop\/garden\/pest-control\/insects\/110311-dragonfly-wingman-deer-fly-and-horsefly-deterrent?gclid=Cj0KCQjwrs2XBhDjARIsAHVymmRsQlmL3HcRHrx31j5cbP6_4g6ENv4FIUh47NWN3e0QVKgAJ3r-IX0aArR1EALw_wcB&amp;item=AB722\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lee Valley<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JNuq3T\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amazon<\/a>, and strangely enough &#8211; even from the original makers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourbug.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Bug<\/a>. You can get a single one for a cheaper price, but cost-wise per dragonfly clip &#8211; the two-pack from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/dragonfly-wingman-fly-deterrent-2-pk-1591692p.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Canadian Tire<\/a> really can\u2019t be beaten!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>But.. if you buy the <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/DRAGONFLY-WINGMAN-DEER-HORSE-REPELLENT\/dp\/B01GVQTT7Q?crid=14I40OABO5RFJ&amp;keywords=dragonfly+wingman&amp;qid=1691678452&amp;sprefix=dragonfly+wingman%2Caps%2C101&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=b73e56051b11e9f06773034507853646&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8730\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">Dragonfly Wingman from Amazo<\/a>n &#8211; then thank you for supporting me through the small commission <\/em>\ud83d\udc9c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Not all dogs love having an attachment clip added to them &#8211; some additional training may be needed before<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It doesn\u2019t protect from all bites &#8211; only helps to reduce them. If you\u2019re travelling in areas where there are a LOT of deer and horseflies, other users have reported that it doesn\u2019t help much<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Grease Vulnerable Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northernontario.travel\/northeastern-ontario\/weird-facts-about-northern-ontario-bugs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northern Ontario Travel<\/a>, oily skin makes it difficult for bugs to land and bite you, and bear grease was regularly used by indigenous people and early settlers as a form of bug repellent. Now while bear grease might not be easily accessible, other dog owners have found that rubbing a good amount of <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/Vaseline-Original-Petroleum-Jelly-375g\/dp\/B003M5KZRS?crid=2GF43IHVLU5S4&amp;keywords=petroleum+jelly&amp;qid=1688675848&amp;sprefix=petroleum+jelly%2Caps%2C100&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=8ecac4e0d362f447eb51c334d6415f8f&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8733\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">petroleum jelly<\/a> or <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/s?k=coconut+oil&amp;crid=34GGJEQXGLPKN&amp;sprefix=coconut+oil%2Caps%2C114&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=e2df89acd1cae471bc8b40482525fbe2&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8734\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">coconut oil<\/a> on their dog\u2019s vulnerable spots (think ears, muzzle, and near the eyes) significantly helped reduce the number of painful fly bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>It isn\u2019t recommended to apply this when your dog already has open wounds as it can trap dirt and bacteria close to the wounds and cause infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because you\u2019re spreading something thick on your dog it\u2019s a slightly messy affair<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Apple Cider Vinegar Bug Repellent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If where you\u2019re heading is mostly filled with mosquitoes and black flies (and not stable, horse, or deer flies!) then you might be able to get away with using an apple cider vinegar spray to repel some insects. Apply the vinegar to your pup&#8217;s neck, collar, torso, tail, belly, or overall coat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drawbacks: <\/strong>You\u2019ll need to regularly spray your pup with the vinegar spray to keep it effective meaning you and your pup will be smelling that strong vinegar scent too. For some, this scent might be off-putting enough to avoid this method.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Cover Up Your Pup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical protection against bites can help protect your dog from fly bites and other insect bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During my research, I found an interesting hood by <a href=\"https:\/\/outfoxfordogs.com\/products\/outfox-field-guard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Outfox<\/a>. While this mesh hood was designed to protect canines against barbed grass seed penetration, it looks like a promising option to protect a dog&#8217;s head against fly bites too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, pups can wear insecticide clothing to provide physical protection against insect bites. Brands like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insectshield.com\/collections\/pets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Insect Shield<\/a>, create protective dog clothing pre-treated with dog-safe insecticide to repel and kill bugs before they bite. If you\u2019re looking to reduce as many bites as possible looking for insect-repellent dog gear can be incredibly helpful too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Bring a Bug Tent<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning on hanging around outdoors and an onslaught of insects are barraging your poor pup, consider purchasing a <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/SansBug-1-Person-Free-standing-Pop-up-Mosquito\/dp\/B003BWF9WI?keywords=sansbug+mosquito+net+tent&amp;qid=1660324216&amp;sprefix=sansbug+%2Caps%2C80&amp;sr=8-14&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=56358a58a6241936820fcfd5496bb10d&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8726\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">portable, lightweight pop-up mosquito tent<\/a>.&nbsp; These tents are less than 3 pounds and offer a breathable open, bug-free respite for your pet to rest while relaxing on campgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fly Bites on Dogs at Home? How to Prevent and Reduce Fly Bites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Is your dog getting bit by flies while at home or at the cottage? Ultimately, while you can do your utmost best to protect your dog from biting insects, the best way to keep you and your dog protected is to prevent flies from coming near your home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tactics that can help reduce the number of biting flies (and therefore protect your pup from bites) that reach your pet and your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Clear densely wooded and forested areas and\/or avoid walking in these areas around your neighbourhood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your pet clean and well-groomed. Flies can be attracted to the scent of dirty fur and be attracted to any poop hanging around their bum if they\u2019re not a clean pooper!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove nearby food sources and attractive breeding ground spaces (damp\/decaying material like decaying leaves, rotting wood near the waterfront, fecal matter, or stagnant pools of water are popular locations)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading8727_b642e8-d0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#0e9cd1;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id8727_e295e0-be kt-accordion-has-3-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"true\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane8727_4a7965-62\"><h3 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How do I keep flies off my dog naturally?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>To keep flies off your dog naturally, you can either opt to cover your dog with coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, or utilize a variety of physical options like the <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/DRAGONFLY-WINGMAN-DEER-HORSE-REPELLENT\/dp\/B01GVQTT7Q?crid=14I40OABO5RFJ&amp;keywords=dragonfly+wingman&amp;qid=1691678452&amp;sprefix=dragonfly+wingman%2Caps%2C101&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=b73e56051b11e9f06773034507853646&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8730\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">Dragonfly Wingman <\/a>or use a physical barrier like a <a class=\"thirstylink\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/SansBug-1-Person-Free-standing-Pop-up-Mosquito\/dp\/B003BWF9WI?keywords=sansbug+mosquito+net+tent&amp;qid=1660324216&amp;sprefix=sansbug+%2Caps%2C80&amp;sr=8-14&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=syderoad07-20&amp;linkId=56358a58a6241936820fcfd5496bb10d&amp;language=en_CA&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" data-linkid=\"8726\" data-shortcode=\"true\" rel=\"noopener\">mesh tent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane8727_4036dc-41\"><h3 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Can you spray Off! insect repellent on dogs?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No &#8211; never ever use human insect repellent on dogs. Most Off! products and human insect repellents use DEET as their main ingredient. DEET is toxic to dogs and can cause vomiting, irritation, seizures and even death in some cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Picaridin is another common ingredient in most human insect repellents. Most research has indicated that Picaridin is generally safe for dog use but &#8211; hey I&#8217;m not a vet &#8211; do your own due diligence and decide if you&#8217;re comfortable using this on your pup. Personally, I&#8217;d really only use it on a dog&#8217;s clothing or external items instead of directly on my dog&#8217;s fur since Limone does have a habit of occasionally licking herself all over and I&#8217;d love to avoid a sick dog as much as possible. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane8727_b1c9c8-c7\"><h3 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Can I spray vinegar on my dog for flies?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, you can. While most any vinegar works, most websites that suggest using vinegar as an insect repellent recommend using apple cider vinegar. However, I&#8217;d like to reiterate that this would only help against black flies, and not necessarily other biting flies like stable, deer, or horse flies. <a href=\"https:\/\/syderoad.com\/fly-bites-on-dogs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7979\">Learn more about the different flies that can bite dogs in Ontario here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar with 1 part water, give it a good shake and spray on your pup.  Apply the vinegar to your pup&#8217;s neck, collar, torso, tail, belly, or overall coat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Concerned about fly bites on your dog? 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