23/10/2026
🍂 Mite-y Product Guide: Autumn & Winter Skin Care 🐴
Did you know that mites become a particular concern for horses during the autumn and winter months?
Horses grow thicker winter coats in colder weather creating a warm, sheltered environment where mites can thrive. Horses with feathered legs may be particularly susceptible to Chorioptes mites which can cause skin issues.
Behavioural signs to look out for include rubbing, stamping and biting, while the skin itself can become flaky, scaly and crusty, particularly around the lower legs and feathering.
💚 Which Biteback product is right for your horse?
Our guide highlights three options to support your horse’s skin care routine:
🌿 Sweet Relief Cream - Highly concentrated, ultra-slippery formula that forms a barrier on the skin, moisturising dry, flaky areas while soothing itch.
💧 Sweet Relief Lotions & Flowers and Zinc Powder - Easy daily application, coating the hair and forming a protective barrier to mites.
🩶 Sweet Relief Silver Cream - Formulated with ionic silver to help soothe and support the skin’s natural healing process when needed
🍂 Top tip: Autumn and winter are ideal times to pay closer attention to your horse’s skin beneath thick coats and feathering. Regular checks can help you spot changes early.
Need help choosing the right products for your horse’s skin care routine? Get in touch with our friendly team. 💚