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How should horse-riding gear be checked for ticks after travel?

Inspect saddle pads, girths, boots, rugs, bags and clothing, while also following veterinary checks for the horse.

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Short answer

Inspect saddle pads, girths, boots, rugs, bags and clothing, while also following veterinary checks for the horse.

At a glance

Inspect saddle pads, girths, boots, rugs, bags and clothing, while also following veterinary checks for the horse. Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Key takeaways

• Inspect saddle pads, girths, boots, rugs, bags and clothing, while also following veterinary checks for the horse.

• Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Inspect saddle pads, girths, boots, rugs, bags and clothing, while also following veterinary checks for the horse.

Use it in context

Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the activity.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.