I am stumped. I have 4 horses needing sun protection on their
noses. In the past I have successfully used generic zinc oxide ointment
but this year, I apply it and within minutes they are rubbing it off on any
surface available; grasses, fences, etc. So, I decided to try a well known
and expensive sunblock SPF 50. Same thing. I cannot use the long-nosed fly
masks (my favorite) as they will find a tree somewhere on the 240 acres and
catch it or rub it and I will never see it again (there is one out there
somewhere now that was rubbed off).
My herd of 24 is out on 240 acres of lush prairie grass 24 X 7, so their
noses are in the grass all day long. We have also been getting a ton of
rain the past 30 -40 days, hence cloud cover all day every day, so I am
surprised to see the bright red noses. There is no evidence of allergies
or injury, just sunburn.
Any suggestions?
Karen Everhart MEd President Rainbow Meadows Rescue and Retirement,
Inc. www.rainbowmeadowsranch.com 620-725-3402
Owner/Operator Horse Calls - Equine Management Solutions Centered Riding
Instructor Distance Horse Conditioning and Training www.horsecalls.com 316-648-5082
