GutzBusta® Knotted Hay Nets - Medium
GutzBusta® Knotted Hay Nets - Medium
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Knotted Hay Nets - Medium

£37.00

Mesh Size: 30mm - Decelerator

30mm - Decelerator
40mm - Moderate
60mm - Free and Easy

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REDUCE HAY WASTE BY 46%

Save on time, hay and money

IMPROVES MENTAL HEALTH

By decreasing stress and keeping your horse occupied

REDUCE INCIDENCE OF CHOKE

Slows down the eating rate, also making them perfect for metabolic conditions

DECREASE BOREDOM IN HORSES

Keeping your steed stimulated, happy and entertained

Description

The Medium GutzBusta® Hay Nets are fantastic for stables, yards, horse floats, and paddocks, they are a great overnight net.

Opening on the long side they are very easy to throw biscuits/ flakes of hay into. If you have 2, then you can put one medium on one end of a small bale, the other medium on the other end, and then cut the strings in the middle, and "Voilà" your hay net is filled…. simple and easy!

Knotted Hay Nets - Medium

  • Dimensions: 105cm Wide x 85cm High
  • Holds: 4 -6 Biscuits / Flakes of hay or 10-12kgs / 22-26.5lbs of hay.
  • Net Colour: black
  • Drawstring Colour: Blue

What material are the Gutzbusta® Hay Nets made from?

Our GutzBusta® Slow Feed Hay Nets are made from tough and durable, UV Stabilized, and heat-treated netting in 60ply polyethylene netting. This netting will not absorb water, therefore there is no change to the properties of the netting during inclement weather or if used to soak hay.

Ideal for various livery scenarios, particularly when the objective is to extend the duration of your horse's eating while reducing both the frequency and time spent on feeding. 

What hole size will suit my horse or livestock?

Available in 3cm, 4cm, and 6cm (60ply), our Slow Feed Hay Nets are made from tough, durable, UV Stabilized, and heat-treated 60ply polyethylene netting. This netting is not water absorbent, so you don’t have to worry about your net getting heavy when soaked in water.

Why use a GutzBusta®?

The Medium Hay Nets have a square holed pattern and not diamond, so it doesn't matter if you have one biscuit of hay or the hay net is chock full of hay. Either way, your horse can eat out of the hay net as the holes don't collapse down on each other.

Our products are the most generous in size and designed to be easier to put on compared to other hay nets available in the market. We’ve been making hay nets for over 10 years and we know how the netting behaves over time. This is why we developed a size and pattern that works to enable these nets to last longer.

Caution:

  • Shoes: If your horse is shod then simply tie your net up a little higher if it is a smaller net. If you are using a round bale or larger size net, then put your net inside a large box, hay ring or other device that stops their feet from coming into contact with their hay net. Direct contact of shoes and nets is not recommended.
  • 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 cattle, sheep or goats eat from the nets due to possible entanglement.
  • Cattle or stock with ear tags are cautioned from eating from the hay nets as they may rub their head and potentially remove the ear tags.
  • It's important to keep in mind that horses wearing rugs might rub against the nets. To reduce the chance of a rug clip getting caught on the netting, make sure your buckles are properly secured and not sticking out, or consider securing the hay net to limit contact between the rug and the net. If rubbing is a concern, you might want to avoid having your horse wear a rug altogether.

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Julia Penfold
Knotted medium net

Love how lightweight this is, easy to fill and hang and so far robust.

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L.F.

Expensive for what they are ….. time will tell if they’re worth it

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Ruby Sawyer
Amazing haynets

My horses are usay very good a wasting hay and since using gutzbusta nets we have had no waste.the moderate holes are the perfect size so they don’t rush through the hay or drop it on the floor

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Becky Lee
Knotted hay nets - medium

These are absolutely fantastic! Well made and strong. My horse is an oversized hamsters who loves to stuff his face so this helps in slowing his eating down and holds enough to last all night without me having to worry about him going without. Would recommend these hay nets to everyone!

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Aleah Smallman
AMAZING

Really good quality Haynet!! Not your typical cheap Haynet in the shop. Absolutely love them I’ve even binned my old ones! Super easy to fill and tie up.

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FAQs

Which Hole Size should I choose?

When choosing a hay net hole size, several factors should be considered. Here is a short summary of the key points for each hole size:

20mm Sized Holes:

  • Suitable for "expert level" ponies that can eat from 30mm hay nets at impressive speeds.
  • Recommended for horses or ponies that have mastered eating from a 30mm hay net.
  • Ideal for feeding Lucerne to greedy horses or ponies.

30mm Sized Holes:

  • Great for voracious eaters, such as ponies, minis, and horses familiar with slow feed hay nets.
  • Laminitic horses usually benefit from 30mm sized hay nets.
  • Relieves boredom for stabled horses or as a backup net for when the first hay net empties.
  • Recommended for gutzy horses, ponies, or livestock, especially with palatable hay or slow feed experience.
  • Not commonly used for goats, cows, or sheep, but some may use it with palatable hay.

40mm Sized Holes:

  • The most popular hole size for slow feeding, accepted by over 90% of horses.
  • Suitable for slightly stalky hay, providing hay-saving benefits and increasing hay longevity.

60mm Sized Holes:

  • Ideal for saving on hay without significant restriction.
  • Commonly used with low-sugar or coarse and stalky hay, great for older horses and cattle.
  • Suitable for pregnant broodmares or younger horses where slow feeding is unnecessary.
  • Caution: Ensure hoof size is larger than netting size for horse safety.

General Considerations:

  • GutzBusta 40mm holes are a good starting point, with flexibility to go up or down in size.
  • Weather and hay type can influence the suitable hole size.
  • Palatability determines the hole size, with more palatable hay allowing for smaller holes.
  • Horse's health status, weight, and workload should be considered when choosing a hole size.
  • 40mm and 60mm sizes are suitable for saving on wastage, while 30mm slows down eating.
  • Monitor horse's response when introducing a new hay net to avoid over-facing.
  • Different livestock can use various hole sizes, with 40mm being common.
  • Different hole sizes are used throughout the year, for various hays, health conditions, and weight management.
  • Be cautious with shod horses and use appropriate hay rings/feeder to prevent entanglement.
  • If you intend to soak hay in your net, we recommend rinsing the net in cold water prior to first use for a few minutes.

Which Bag Size should I choose?

Hay Net Size

Knotless  (Width x Height)

 Knotted Approx Capacity
Extra Small

55cm x 65cm

21" x 25"

65cm x 55cm

25" x 21"
  • 1 biscuit/ flake of hay
  • 2kgs / 4.4lbs of hay
Small

70cm x 80xm

27" x 31"

85cm x 72.5cm

33" x 28" 
  • 2-3 biscuits/ flakes of hay 
  • 4kgs / 8.8lbs of hay
Medium

95cm x 85cm

38" x 34"

105cm x 85cm

41" x 33"
  • 4 -6 biscuits/ flakes of hay
  • 10 -12kgs / 22 - 26.5lbs of hay
Large

140cm x 100cm

55" x 39"

150cm x 110cm

59" x 43" 
  • 1 full small bale of hay
  • 1 x 2 stringer /small bale
  • Over 11 - 25kgs / 24 - 55lbs of hay
Extra Large

160cm x 150cm

63" x 59"

160cm x 150cn

63" x 59"
  • 2 x full small bales of hay
  • 1 x 3 stringer square bale, including East and West Coast Bales
  • Over 68kgs / 150lbs of hay.

Note: Weight can vary depending on the type of hay, whether you’re filling from a round bale or using biscuits/flakes, and how tightly the net is packed. Larger nets may also hold different weights based on the hay used. Our hay nets can handle a significant load, so the listed capacities are a general guide, they’re capable of holding more if required.

Knotless vs Knotted

Our Knotted and knotless hay nets are made from UV-stabilized polyethylene netting and have been in use for 8 years. They come in various ply sizes and are tough, durable, and easily repairable. They have been used by many horses and can last 2 to 6 years. Knotted nets are suitable for soaking hay and do not take on the weight of water. They are available in black and offer hole sizes of 30mm, 40mm, and 60mm.

On the other hand, the knotless hay nets are made from high-strength, UV Stabilised polypropylene and have been available since 2019. They are softer and do take on some weight when soaked. The deluxe knotless nets are considered more luxurious and have become popular due to their softness. They are the strongest on the market with 240 ply and come in hole sizes of 20mm, 30mm, 40mm, and 60mm. Knotless nets are also only available in black.

When it comes to strength and longevity, there isn't a significant difference between knotted and knotless nets. Both types have proven to be tough, durable, and long-lasting. While some horses may prefer one material over the other, there is no way to predict which will suit an individual horse better without trying them. Ultimately, the lifespan of the nets depends on the individual horse and usage. Knotted nets have been used for 2 to 6 years without needing repairs, while the lifespan of knotless nets is still unknown after 3 years of use.