This message is from: John and Martie Bolinski <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Alison, We use SWAT a lot in the summer (keeps the flys off the tender gender-sensitive spots if you know what I mean). It now comes in a colorless cream though that is harder to find. I have had a number of people ask on trail rides why my poor horses have such 'inflamed parts' because we slather on the swat to keep them comfy. :)
Martie in MD Alison Barr wrote: > ........ Another big > one (my personal choice) is swat. It is bright pink, never wears off, > and is fly repellent. In the summer, many riders use it to keep the > bugs out of the already chewed ears, although never do it in the space > of 2 weeks from a show, as it stays forever and is BRIGHT! I believe it > is mildly antiseptic, but don't quote me on that. Both these ointments > stay on well, and keep the wound nice and moist. In general, swat is > better on small things, whereas Furazone is better for real cuts. >