What Made Cindy Throw Out Her Fly Spray

What Made Cindy Throw Out Her Fly Spray

September 17, 2025

Every so often, we get a message from a customer that makes us stop and think. Recently, Cindy reached out to us with her story.

She wanted us to know why finding a more natural fly spray mattered so much to her. Her words inspired us, and with her blessing, we’re sharing them here—because other horse owners deserve to hear it too.

Cindy’s wake-up call

For years, Cindy used the same fly sprays as many other horse owners. They kept the bugs off, but she always felt uneasy.

“ I remember my friends and I joking about the fly sprays not being good for us, as the flies would drop off the horses when we sprayed them (either dead or paralyzed.) I thought it must be a Neurotoxin to work like that. It got on our skin and we breathed it in when we were applying it.”

Years later, Cindy was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. She believes that years of breathing in and handling sprays with pyrethrins and permethrins may have played a role.

While doctors and scientists are still studying these chemicals, Cindy knew one thing for sure: she never wanted to use them around her horses or herself ever again.

"I wanted to share a bit about my story and why natural fly spray is so important to me. I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) two years ago and had symptoms for over 10 years prior to that. I am convinced that it is from the fly spray that had Pyrethrins and Permethrins in it, that I was using on my horses over the years."

A safer way forward

That’s when Cindy found Charlee’s Fly Spray. She told us:

“Thank you for creating a more natural fly spray that works! I have been looking for one that works for years and your product is the only one that is working to repel the flies.”

Her message reminded us why we started Charlee’s in the first place: to give horse owners a plant-based spray that fights flies without harsh chemicals.

Why this matters to all horse owners

Cindy’s story is unique, but her concern is not. Many horse owners worry about what’s in traditional sprays.

Here’s what makes Charlee’s formulation different:

Plant-powered protection: No pyrethrins, no permethrins.
Active ingredients: Lemongrass & peppermint
Gentle on horses and humans: Safe for daily use.
Proven results: Trusted by thousands of riders, trainers, and barns.

We want to hear your story

We know Cindy’s not alone, and neither are you. Every horse and every rider has a story.

We read every message. We appreciate each and every one of you who trusts us in your barn. Your stories inspire us, guide us, and help other horse owners make better choices for their horses.

Feel free to email us at NoMoreFlies@CharleesFlySpray.com to share your story.

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With over 10,000 happy horse owners, we are sure you will love Charlee's.

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