Fly Sheets for Horses
Fly sheets for horses are built from lightweight, breathable mesh that shields your horse's coat from biting flies, gnats, and harmful UV rays without causing overheating. Whether you need a full-coverage sheet for a sensitive-skinned horse or a lighter option for turnout, you'll find sizes and styles here to fit everything from ponies to drafts. Pair with a fly mask or fly boots for complete protection during peak fly season.
Discover attractive, effective horse fly sheets at Schneiders. Whatever your horse’s conformation or size, you’ll find options in multiple fits and sizes to protect any horse from bothersome and painful bug bites, as well as from damaging UV rays. Browse fly sheets that feature technical mesh construction, ripstop fabrics, and varied levels of fly, durability, airflow, and UV protection. Plus, you can choose from multiple fits to find the best one for your horse:
- VTEK® Wither Relief Fly Sheets are designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on moderate to high-withered horses. They are uniquely designed to fit Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, Appendix horses, or those with Upright Shoulder Conformation. These sheets are raised and shaped over the withers and extend 6” - 8” onto the mane.
- V-Free® Wither Relief Fly Sheets are designed to prevent rubbing and relieve pressure on low to moderate-withered horses. They are uniquely designed to fit Arabians, Quarter Horses, Stock breed horses, or those with Sloped Shoulder Conformation. These sheets have a larger neck opening, sloped neckline, and covers the shoulders and wither up to the start of the mane.
- Cutback Fly Sheets provide a rub-free fit for horses with an upright head carriage and lower wither. It's uniquely designed for Arabians, Friesians, Saddlebreds, and Tennessee Walkers. These sheets have a larger neck opening and cut away at the wither, leaving the mane uncovered.
- Euro Fly Sheets are designed to drape comfortably and adapt to most horse conformations. This sheet fits straight from the withers through the back and is our most basic fit.
You’ll find these fits in Attached Neck styles for more comprehensive protection from insects and more! Use our convenient filters to narrow your search based on these and other variables. We also offer performance fly sheets in decorative patterns or with fun fringe embellishments that actually help deter flies. Discover the Best Fly Sheets for Horses at Schneiders.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horse Fly Sheets
Does My Horse Need a Fly Sheet?
Yes, your horse needs a fly sheet to protect them from biting insects and damaging sun rays. Fly sheets come with the added benefit of keeping your horse protected from harmful UV Rays and cleaner during turnout. You can add a separate fly sheet neck cover, or choose an attached neck fly sheet that protects the vulnerable area from your horse’s withers to poll.
What Is the Best Fly Sheet for My Horse?
The best fly sheet for your horse is the one that offers her the most comfort and best protection for your climate. Schneiders offers fly sheets in a wide variety of innovative materials engineered to address specific concerns and environments. Explore these fly sheet fabrics to discover the unique benefits each one offers your horse:
Consult our information-rich Fly Sheet 101 resource to learn more about the types of fabrics available in Schneiders fly sheets and other helpful product details.
How Do I Choose the Proper Fly Sheet?
To choose the proper fly sheet for your horse, you'll first need to decide on the right size. Standard horse sizes range from 66 to 86, but we also offer specialty sizes for ponies and draft horses. Next, consider the level of defense against biting insects they need, as well as UV protection, airflow, and durability level. These variables will point you to the proper horse fly sheet. Use our convenient filters to narrow your search by size, material features, UV protection, belly closure style, and other product details.
How Do I Measure a Horse for a Fly Sheet?
Measure a horse for a fly sheet by obtaining the length along the side of their body, from chest to tail. It’s important to determine the right size fly sheet for your horse since it must fit comfortably and properly. Consult our Fly Sheet 101 guidelines to learn more and to watch a helpful video about how to measure your horse.
If you need help deciding which fly sheet is right for your horse, visit our Fly Sheet Finder. It offers more detailed information regarding the different fabrics, sizes, and style options, so you can make the best decision about purchasing a fly sheet for your horse.
What's the difference between a fly sheet and a fly mask?
A fly sheet covers the horse's body and neck to protect against biting insects and sun exposure, while a fly mask specifically protects the face, eyes, and ears. Most horse owners use both together for full protection during fly season.
Are fly sheets machine washable?
Most mesh fly sheets can be machine washed on a gentle cycle in cold water and air-dried to preserve the mesh integrity and elastic fit. Always check the care label first, since some heavier-duty or coated sheets may require hand washing.
