Half Bale Knotless Hay Net
- Sku: DKNLESS20M
- Vendor: Aussie Grazers
Our Knotless Hay Nets are made from a Heavy Duty, high strength PP (polypropylene) UV Stabilised with a super-strong 240ply, the strongest on the Australian market since 2019. We are super impressed with the performance and softness of these nets. Our Knotless nets are made with our very generous and easy to fill sizes. Our Hay Nets have been shown to reduce hay waste by up to 50%.
MEDIUM: Suitable for UP TO 4-6 biscuits or half a bale of hay.
Drawstring Colour: Blue
Our Medium Nets are fantastic for stables, yards and floats. They are a great OVERNIGHT net and are capable of taking up to half a bale of hay or 4 to 6 biscuits.
Which hole size should I choose?
We have a huge range of Hole Sizes across our Hay Net and Round Bale range. We stock 2cm, 3cm, 4cm and 6cm netting. The following information should help you decide which is the best choice for you and your animals...
- If saving on wastage is your primary concern, then 4cm or 6cm is ideal.
- If you are wanting to regulate your animal's consumption, reduce boredom and save on wastage then 4cm is the most popular and ideal option.
- If you are specifically wanting to slow your animal down, reduce boredom and they have some experience with slow feeders, then the 3cm or 2cm would be your best option.
Detailed Descriptions:
2cm (20mm) Holes: Only available in selected sizes, our 2cm mesh is suited for experienced slow-feed horses that still manage to move quickly through our 3cm bags. We would only recommend looking at 2cm holes for advanced horses and ponies that have used the 3cm bags previously.
3cm (30mm) Holes: The 3cm is perfect for ponies and experienced animals who have previously used slow feeding nets. Without experience, the small 3cm holes may cause some frustration for your horses. We would recommend this size for horses who understand how to use a slow feed net but just require a slightly reduced consumption rate. The 3cm size is also great for reducing boredom, as the reduced consumption rate will keep your horse stimulated for a longer period of time.
4cm (40mm) Holes: Our 4cm nets are our most common (and popular) size and are accepted by 98% of horses. The 4cm is a great all-rounder that will slow the horses down whilst also saving on wastage. It is therefore the ideal hole size to choose if you are unsure OR just introducing Slow Feed Hay Nets to your horses for the first time. The 4cm hole will slow your horse down, but not so much as to cause frustration. You will reap the benefits of reduced wastage, whilst at the same time providing significant benefits to your horse's health.
6cm (60mm) Holes: Our 6cm nets are primarily designed as a Hay Saver as opposed to being a slow feeder product. It is a popular option for hay that is stalky or not very palatable. Our 6cm nets are great for broodmares, young stock & old horses that don't require slowing down. This size will slow the consumption rate marginally, however more so it will keep your hay together and minimise wastage.
Product Caution:
If your horse is shod or not regularly trimmed, you must either tie your hay net high enough OR have a physical barrier between your horse's feet and the hay net. If your horse is shod then simply tie your net up a little higher. You can also put your net inside a box or other device that stops their feet from coming into contact with their hay net.
It is not recommended to leave buckled halters or other types of buckled headgear on your horse when using ANY type of hay net as your horse may get caught.
Similarly, do not let horned animals such as sheep, cattle or goats eat from the hay nets as they may tear the netting or become entangled if not constantly supervised. Ear tags also need to be taken into consideration as they may get rubbed out and removed on the netting, particularly with cattle.
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Half Bale Knotless Hay Net