A Decade in the Making

UltraShield® Gold is cutting-edge fly protection.

This next-generation formula gives your horse the relief they need, even when bugs are at their worst!

Backed by 10 years of research and development, UltraShield® Gold includes a revolutionary combination of ingredients we call Absorbine FlyShield® Technology. This special blend of six active ingredients disrupts the insects' homing systems, delivering exceptional repellency and protection against more than 100 species* BEFORE they bite.

When the bugs can't find your horse, they can't bite your horse!

*As listed on label.

Trusted Ingredients. New Combo.

UltraShield® Gold pairs plant-based fatty acids with fast- and long-acting repelling agents—proven ingredients in a first-of-its-kind combination.

Each ingredient serves a unique purpose, working to attack bugs in a specific way. The combination creates comprehensive protection against flies, mosquitoes, ticks and more (as listed on label).

This advanced formula comes from our relentless pursuit of leading technologies to benefit horses and horse owners. The proof is in the feedback: A majority of testers rated UltraShield® Gold more effective than the spray they were already using.

See the difference invisibility can make for your horse.

SHOP GOLD

The UltraShield® Gold Difference

  • FLYSHIELD® TECHNOLOGY

    Special blend of active ingredients that disrupts the insects’ homing systems stopping bugs before they bite.

  • PLEASANT SCENT

    No harsh chemical smells! UltraShield® Gold has a pleasant aroma of citrus and leather.

  •  DECADE OF RESEARCH

    Absorbine researchers spent 10 years developing this breakthrough - for the toughest fly situations.
60% of testers rated UltraShield Gold higher than their current fly spray.

Why Absorbine Is One of the Most Trusted Names in HorseCare

Absorbine has earned the trust of horse owners, trainers, and equine professionals through decades of experience in fly control and horse care. As long-time members of the Horse Products Advisory Committee (HPAC) Pest Management Board, Absorbine actively contributes to industry safety standards and ongoing innovation.

Our team includes regulatory experts like Audra Mulligan, Director of Regulatory Affairs & Development, who brings decades of experience in insect control. She helps ensure every UltraShield formula meets strict EPA requirements for safety and effectiveness.

Since 1991, the UltraShield brand has delivered reliable fly protection for horses across a wide range of environments and disciplines.

Trusted by Professional Riders and Everyday Horse Owners

UltraShield is a go-to fly spray for equestrians who need consistent, effective protection. UltraShield EX has been a three-time winner of The Chronicle of the Horse Reader’s Choice Award, reflecting strong recognition from the horse community.

Professional horseman & trainer Brad Barkemeyer says:

“One of the reasons UltraShield is my favorite is that it’s a water-based product that leaves no oily residue. It keeps my horses insect-free and helps keep them clean, even in dusty environments.”

International 5-star event rider and Grand Prix dressage competitor Lainey Ashker says:

“I use UltraShield Gold everywhere, in the show ring, on trail rides, in the barn, and especially when horses are out in the field.”