Pre-Cut Hay Nets

from $34.95

One of the exceptional characteristics of HayPal Hay Nets is their width. At 54” circumference, our 100% polyester hay nets are very generous and flexible. We have tested as many hay nets as we could find, and determined that we prefer: a) knotless nets, b) polyester material (less absorbent), c) 1.5” mesh (hole-size). This is the product we have sourced and use with our products.

Find the hay net that’s perfect for your application. If you feed 2-4 times per day, you may like the 46” length; for trailering, the 30” is terrific. Sizes and suggested application are listed here:

  • 30” is a perfect trailer-sized net. Fill it with 1-2 flakes, and hang it inside while travelling, or on the outside of your trailer while your pony is hanging out waiting for the next event. Also good for snacks and miniature horses.

  • 46” This is our primary hay net: it is a generous single feed (2-4 flakes).

  • 60” We like to use this size on our Fence Top Feeder, which hangs from 18” above a fence line (3-5 flakes).

HayPal hay nets, when purchased individually, come with a rope around the top of the net and a cord lock fitting. When purchased with a hay feeder, our hay nets are typically pre-mounted and do not require the rope & lock.

30” hay net (trailer size, 1-2 flakes) = CDN $34.95
46” hay net (full meal size, 2-4 flakes) = CDN $49.95
60” hay net (large meal, 3-5 flakes) = CDN $65.95

Nets are also available in a larger ‘bale-size’. We suggest measuring the length of your bale and choosing from the following options (custom sizes are also available):
72” hay net= CDN $77.95
90” hay net= CDN $98.95

options:

One of the exceptional characteristics of HayPal Hay Nets is their width. At 54” circumference, our 100% polyester hay nets are very generous and flexible. We have tested as many hay nets as we could find, and determined that we prefer: a) knotless nets, b) polyester material (less absorbent), c) 1.5” mesh (hole-size). This is the product we have sourced and use with our products.

Find the hay net that’s perfect for your application. If you feed 2-4 times per day, you may like the 46” length; for trailering, the 30” is terrific. Sizes and suggested application are listed here:

  • 30” is a perfect trailer-sized net. Fill it with 1-2 flakes, and hang it inside while travelling, or on the outside of your trailer while your pony is hanging out waiting for the next event. Also good for snacks and miniature horses.

  • 46” This is our primary hay net: it is a generous single feed (2-4 flakes).

  • 60” We like to use this size on our Fence Top Feeder, which hangs from 18” above a fence line (3-5 flakes).

HayPal hay nets, when purchased individually, come with a rope around the top of the net and a cord lock fitting. When purchased with a hay feeder, our hay nets are typically pre-mounted and do not require the rope & lock.

30” hay net (trailer size, 1-2 flakes) = CDN $34.95
46” hay net (full meal size, 2-4 flakes) = CDN $49.95
60” hay net (large meal, 3-5 flakes) = CDN $65.95

Nets are also available in a larger ‘bale-size’. We suggest measuring the length of your bale and choosing from the following options (custom sizes are also available):
72” hay net= CDN $77.95
90” hay net= CDN $98.95

Hay Net Basics

Hay nets should be hung low enough to the ground that your horse feeds with their neck angled downward from their withers. This keeps the horse’s neck in a natural eating position and reduces any potential stress on their neck and back. Very important: Keep the bottom of the hay net minimum 6” off the ground. You do not want your horse stepping on the net.

Hay Net Materials: polyester, polypropylene (PPE), nylon. In general, polyester absorbs less water and stays softer than nylon (less ‘crunchy’ with use).

Net Structure: knotless or knotted The choice is primarily a personal preference.

knotless net

knotted net

Hay Net Mesh (Hole Size):

Perhaps the more important choice is the size of holes in the hay net. Bigger holes equal faster eating; smaller holes, slower eating. Not all horses will tolerate the smallest hole (1”). If you’re unsure of which hole size to choose, try a 1.5” hole net (sometimes offered as 1.75”). Most horses adapt well to this size and do not stress about accessing food. Some nets are as large as 4” holes. These nets are primarily designed to keep hay off the ground rather than slowing feeding down.

Hay Net Best Practices

  • Keep an empty hay net minimum 6” off the ground (adjust net length or placement of feeder to reach this minimum)

  • Head angle: Position nets so that the horse’s neck is in a downward angle from the withers

  • Not recommended for shod horses