Fly bites are a common problem for pets of all sizes — from horses to dogs to cats — especially during the summer months. There are lots of different flies that can torment people and pets! A few common types of flies: Blackflies — sometimes called “buffalo gnats” because they have a hump over their heads. These flies are tiny (approximately one-eighth of an inch long) bloodsuckers that tend to swarm near fast-moving water. There are more than a thousand species of blackfly… that’s a LOT of biting. Deerflies — medium-sized flies that can transmit disease with a bite. They … Continue reading →