1. Wet the coat thoroughly with clean water.
2. Apply Citronella Shampoo directly to the coat or dilute to suit your preferred washing method.
3. Work into a rich lather using a sponge, brush or by hand.
4. Massage through the coat, mane and tail, paying particular attention to sweaty, greasy or heavily soiled areas.
5. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
6. Allow the coat to dry before applying grooming products or fly sprays.

Ideal for routine washing throughout spring and summer, after heavy sweating, before competitions, after turnout and before applying fresh fly sprays.

Mild surfactants help lift away dirt, sweat, grease, mud and old grooming product residues without excessive stripping of the coat.

Citronella oil provides the distinctive fresh scent that horse owners have associated with summer horse care and fly season grooming for generations.

Conditioning agents help support coat softness, shine and manageability after washing.

Humectants help attract and retain moisture within the hair, supporting coat condition and helping prevent dryness after bathing.

Foaming agents create a rich, stable lather that helps distribute the shampoo evenly throughout the coat for effective cleaning.

What is Citronella Shampoo?

Citronella Shampoo is a ready-to-use horse and animal shampoo designed for everyday washing, summer grooming and routine coat care.

Why is Citronella Shampoo particularly popular during fly season?

Citronella has been associated with summer horse care for generations. Many horse owners choose citronella-based grooming products during periods when horse flies, midges, gnats, mosquitoes and other seasonal insects become more active.

Can Citronella Shampoo help prepare the coat for fly spray?

Yes. Citronella Shampoo helps remove dirt, sweat, grease and old product build-up, creating a clean foundation before applying fresh fly sprays.

Why should I wash away old fly spray residues?

Repeated applications of grooming products and fly sprays can leave residues on the coat over time. Regular washing helps keep the coat clean, fresh and easier to manage throughout the summer months.

Can Citronella Shampoo be used before applying FlyBusta™ Fly Spray?

Absolutely. Many horse owners use Citronella Shampoo before applying FlyBusta™ Fly Spray as part of their summer grooming routine.

Can Citronella Shampoo be used before applying Citronella+ Fly Spray?

Yes. Washing the coat before applying Citronella+ Fly Spray helps remove dirt and old product build-up, creating a cleaner coat surface.

Can the shampoo be diluted?

Yes. Citronella Shampoo is ready to use straight from the bottle but can also be diluted to suit individual preference.

Who is Citronella Shampoo designed for?

It is suitable for horses, ponies, donkeys and other animals requiring routine coat cleaning and grooming.

When should I use Citronella Shampoo?

It can be used throughout the year but is particularly popular during spring and summer when horses are exposed to increased dust, sweat, turnout conditions and fly spray use.

Can it be used after riding or exercise?

Yes. Citronella Shampoo is excellent for washing away sweat, dirt and grime after hacking, schooling, competitions and general exercise.

Will it dry out the coat?

No. The formula contains conditioning and moisture-supporting ingredients designed to help maintain coat condition and appearance after washing.

What makes Citronella Shampoo different from ordinary horse shampoos?

Citronella Shampoo combines effective everyday cleaning with a fresh citronella scent, making it particularly suited to summer grooming, turnout preparation and fly season coat care.