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General Slow Feeder Net FAQ

Can you soak hay with a Gutzbusta Hay Net?

Our hay nets do not shrink (unlike cotton nets) when used for soaking. Knotted:. The knotted nets are not a problem at all to use with soaking hay as with a quick shake, most of the water comes off. This netting is actually made for an ocean environm

What size net do I need?

Our Extra Small Hay Nets are fantastic for stables, yards and floats.  A perfect mini or snack-sized net capable of taking 1 biscuit of hay. Our Small Hay Nets are fantastic for stables, yards and floats.  They are versatile and strong and are capabl

What's the difference between Knotted & Knotless nets?

A common question is which netting material should I choose for my Hay nets? Knotted or Knotless? A simple explanation regarding these two types would be:. If comparing PLY’s across Hay Net suppliers, caution must be exercised. The reason being is th

Knotted Hay Net Info & Range

When choosing whether to purchase Knotted or Knotless it really comes down to personal preference.  The knotted we have had for the last 10 years and have served our customers well with many people getting 4 to 6 years from them (repairs needed by th

Knotless Hay Net Info & Range

When choosing whether to purchase Knotted or Knotless it really comes down to personal preference.  The knotted we have had for the last 10 years and have served our customers well with many people getting 4 to 6 years from them (repairs needed by th

Which hole size do I choose?

When deciding on what sized hole will suit your horse, pony or livestock there are many factors to take into consideration. New to our range is the 2cm / ¾” sized holes in Extra Small, Small and now Medium. Large and 4x4 round bale in knotless nettin

Wet weather ideas for your Round Bale Hay Nets

Below are just a few suggestions for keeping your round bale dry with rain forecast. Hay Huts work great with GutzBusta® Slow Feed Hay Nets for both weather protection and keeping hooves away from nets. GutzBusta Round Bale in Shelter with gates as b

How strong and durable are these hay nets?

GutzBusta® Hay Nets are made from tough and durable 60ply polyethylene netting which has been UV treated and the knots have also been heat treated so they are truly strong and durable.  In this 60ply material in the smaller sized hay nets we are gett

Are the hay consumption rates much different when using a GutzBusta® Hay Net?

Yes, using our hay net will significantly reduce the rate at which your horses and livestock go through a round bale of hay.  There is no hard and fast rule for how slowly or quickly your horse or livestock will go through a bale.  It depends on many

Troubleshooting - what if my horse refuses to use the hay net?

Firstly, NEVER introduce your GutzBusta® to a hungry horse without having some loose hay around first then allow your horse to wander over and check out his new hay net.  This will put him in a more exploratory mood instead of a ravenous / destructiv

How long does it take my horse to eat each sized GutzBusta® Hay Net?

This isn't an easy question to answer simply because it comes down to so many individual factors. If your hay is very palatable, high in sugar, and your horse is an enthusiastic eater etc, then it will eat the hay faster.  If it is cold, then horses

Can GutzBusta® Hay Nets be used with shod horses?

Yes, your GutzBusta® hay net can be used with shod horses as long as precautions are taken to keep the feet away from the hay net.  Just like you would do with any hay net from any supplier, you need to tie the hay net up higher (small, medium and la

Can my horse really eat from such small holes?

The whole idea of GutzBusta® Slow Feed hay nets is to do just that.... slow down your horses rate of consumption.  We all know what happens when we throw a biscuit of hay out on the ground - it is gobbled up within half and hour and that's it.  If yo

Are our hay nets indestructible?

No, of course they aren't.  If 500kg+ wants to kill something then it will do so.  We do however have an exceptional database with many, many repeat customers and happy people that LOVE their GutzBusta's!  Do hay nets work for ALL horses.  No, they d

What ply netting do we use? What ply netting thickness is best?

Originally we started using 36ply netting with both our 3cm and 4cm hay nets. This ply served us well, and I am still using a few nets in this ply to this day.  Around 2014, we upgraded to 48ply in both 3cm and 4cm nets as this ply was a bit stronger

What are GutzBusta Hay Nets made from?

The knotted nets have also been heat strengthened.   This netting will not absorb water, therefore the properties of the netting are not changed during inclement weather or if used to soak hay. It, therefore, doesn't get heavy when soaked, as some ha

How much weight will my Hay Nets hold?

Large. These nets can accommodate between 11 to 25 kilograms of hay. When filling them manually from a round bale or loose hay, it is possible to add approximately 11 kilograms or more. In the case of inserting a complete small bale, these nets can e