[Rosemary]

As a matter of interest do the RSPCA have any jurisdiction (if you can call it that) in Scotland or does the SSPCA keep them at bay?

RSPCA operates in England and Wales only 

[jaykay]

Thing is, Skin so Soft only lasts for about half an hour, whereas something like Mosiguard (lemon eucalyptus) lasts 8-10 hours.

So actually, it isn't the smartest recommendation and anyway, I get through gallons of Mosiguard just applying it to myself, let alone a horse!

[doganjo]

As a matter of interest do the RSPCA have any jurisdiction (if you can call it that) in Scotland or does the SSPCA keep them at bay?

RSPCA operates in England and Wales only 

TGFT!

[aess35]

Just read all of the thread..I was told recently by a very reliable, close to the institution person, that the SPCA are actually on a type of commission/target based system and where in the past they wanted to work with the owners of animals to get the best end result for all concerned they now look to prosecute.  Keeping livestock myself in different areas of Scotland I've come across different approaches by different regions, some want to help and work with you as there is no actual risk to the animals but some are on a PR exercise and want to be seen to punish the owners of the animals when there is no real concern in the first place.  The system is very dangerous and can put innocent people through a tremendous amount of stress, granted there are people out there who do abuse and neglect animals which appalling but there are others who are trying their best but are also fighting the do-gooders of this world.