Just one bead along the back from poll to tail provides a full 7 days of protection. The recommendation is especially important now as retailers prepare for the heaviest tick season the fall months, particularly October, when ticks are feeding for winter. Ticks of one species or another can be found in most of the world s climates, especially in forests and areas of tall grass and vegetation. They climb the vegetation, and wait for an appropriate host to pass by. Once on the horse, they can attach just about anywhere, but seem to prefer the mane and tail.
Ticks feed on the horse until full, drop off, and repeat the process.
Tick bites cause a variety of skin problems, including rash and infection, and hair loss in the horse. They can also carry diseases dangerous to both the horse and horse owner, such as Lyme disease. The old saying an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure certainly applies with ticks. Poridon is available in a 16-ounce bottle. The Company s Animal Safety Division markets a complete line of veterinary instruments, equine grooming and animal health products.