FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips

Horses can only breathe via their noses, unlike humans. As a result, during exercise all horses undergo some nasal tissue collapse. As a result of this partial collapse, the airway is narrower and the horse must work harder to breathe. Clinical research has demonstrated that FLAIR Strips mechanically regulate the size of the nasal tube opening, promoting greater oxygen flow.

FLAIR Strips are scientifically proven to help horses: BREATHE EASIER FLAIR Strips provide a spring-like action to reduce tissue collapse during exercise. REDUCE FATIGUE Horses don't tire as easily so there's more energy available for tomorrow. CONSERVE ENERGY Horses wearing FLAIR Strips have been shown to use 5-7% less energy during intensive exercise. RECOVER FASTER Supporting the nasal passages during recovery aids in the faster and more effective cooling of horses. PROTECT FROM EIPH (LUNG BLEEDING) FLAIR Strips help prevent the fragile pulmonary blood vessels in the lungs from rupturing during exercise. Horses wearing FLAIR Strips are more relaxed, calmer, and quieter, making them easier to ride and catch their breath.

Competitors, groomers, trainers, owners, and veterinarians utilize FLAIR Strips for equine athletes in all disciplines and at all levels of competition as part of their training, conditioning, and performance regimes to help keep their horses healthy.

Use FLAIR Strips 30 minutes before riding, working out (including training and competition), or engaging in any other activity that might make the horse sweat for the best effects. Apply Strips to a clean, dry nose after wiping away any debris or oil with a dry, clean cloth or paper towel.

FLAIR Strips are a single-use item. Keep the Strip in place until the horse's breathing has returned to normal and it has totally cooled down. Peeling must be done from the top corner toward the center, softly yet firmly. Never remove the Strip by dragging it up or down. The glue used in FLAIR Strips may result in very little hair loss, similar to what is seen with regular shedding.

The organization in charge of the competition, discipline, or location should be contacted with any questions regarding the usage of FLAIR Strips because regulations are subject to change. The following is a sample of organizations that have approved the use of FLAIR Strips: Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) US Equestrian (formerly American Horse Shows Association, AHSA) National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) United States Eventing Association (USEA) United States Equestrian Team Foundation (USET) United States Polo Association (USPA) National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA) American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)