These tough nets are made to last from durable, pre-stretched UV stabilised, heavy duty ply, polyethylene netting with a brightly coloured drawstring to help find a net that comes loose.

The holes are just large enough for the horse to get the hay through without gorging (4cm/1.5" square) – making it last 2-3 times longer than when fed loose. The small holes also mean little ponies, foals and minis can't get a hoof through the netting.

• The Mini size fits 2 biscuits of hay and is ideal for the float/trailer or goats and sheep. Being smaller, it doesn't fit over the intact bale so needs to be hand stuffed. (Temp. out of stock - more avail. by 30th. Jan.)
• The Small size fits 4 big biscuits or half a bale. Has a wide opening to enable easy loading by slipping over the intact bale.  
• The Large size fits a whole regular square bale of hay. Has a wide opening so can be slipped over the intact bale. 
• The Round bale net with a square or round top, will fit a round bale measuring 5'x4' - there is no difference in the way the square or round top works - just some excess at the top corners of the square net. 
• The X-Large Square bale -  fits big rectangular bales that measure 2m x 1m x 1m.

Tips: If your horse is shod or has splits in their hooves, it's essential to tie the net inside a bin/box so it can't catch on a shoe/torn hoof if they paw at it. If the net tears (due to catching on something for instance) it can be easily mended with some baling twine, or email us for some netting twine.

When tying the drawstring, ensure that it is tied tightly with no large loops that a hoof can get caught in. The photo shows the best way to tie and clip the net up for easy access. Tie your net away from sharp or protruding objects to reduce wear and tear. 

It's also easy to soak hay in the small net - simply hang it up to drain after soaking for a couple of hours (removes harmful sugars/dust). Soaked hay should be fed immediately in warm to hot climates so there isn't time for mold to develop - we recommend only soaking a small net of hay at a time for one horse/pony. 

Please note: When feeding round bales that have been stored outside, it is important to remove all wet or mouldy sections of the bale as the horses will not eat this (it can be dangerous if they do) and because of the net, they can't paw it out of the way to access the rest of the hay.  

Also Note: We use the same poly string the nets are made from to stich the sides and when the hay is partly eaten, the horses can still access all the hay as the square knotted netting doesn't close up like regular diamond netting haynets do when half empty.

Go to the video tab above to see how the horses graze with the net. 

For more info on using Slow Feeder Haynets and feeding systems click here.

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Slowfeeder haynet

1. Stops hay wastage from trampling in mud, manure, urine, being blown away etc. 

2.  Slows down consumption so the hay last 2-3 times longer and replicates grazing. 

3. Small net holes means you can fasten the net low (provided your horse is barefoot or the net is inside a container) for a natural grazing position, and can reduce the incidence of choke. 
4. A full bale or round bale net gives your horse hay 24/7, saving you time on re-fills and keeps your horse calmer and happier.
5. Hay in the gut 24/7 avoids gut ulcers and colic incidents. 

To put on a round bale net: 
 

1. Remove the net wrap or strings.
2. Dig out all the wet or mouldy parts until you can no longer feel any heat or smell  mould. Horses will leave spoiled hay in the net.
3. This may involve peeling off a layer that can then be used for mulch.
4. With two people its easiest to work the net down from the top.
5. Work it right to the bottom so the top is nice and tight.