Thanks for answering my questions. :wink: I know I do not use chemicals on my dogs but they are not out a great deal. We have Black Fly's here also that will literally eat tips off of ears if they are not controled. I do use a product made by the old Absorbine Jr. Company that I dilute and rub on my dogs if we are going to be out in the woods for a very long length of time and other folks I know use it for their Cows & Horses. I sure would not want to use it on a Mare ready to foal or a young foal though. But that is just me. Some may not have a problem with that.
I also do not breed my dogs and like you prefer to go pick out the pup I want. No worries that way over the Mom and the litter. :thumbup: But? I think after our 2 end their time on earth, I may not get another pet. Cannot see me without one though, so who knows. Sorry for the lengthy reply or book. :D
Gram/Cathy