Horse slow feeder

You may have already heard how haynets can cause damage to horse's gums, and metal grates on slow feeders can cause damage to tooth enamel. Well I'm going to share my experiments of using both over the course of 7 years with my herd of 11 horses, varying in age from foal to 16 years. Along with some recent research that's come out of Europe. I started off using hay nets combined with slow feeder boxes with 2x2-inch metal grates: I checked the horses' teeth regularly and everyone was fine…

Hay Nets and DIY Slow Feed Hay Feeders

Sometimes life happens and you can only feed your horse once per day. Check out our tips for using hay nets as slow feeders to help your horses hay last him through the day.

Let’s talk slow feeders. I believe horses should have free choice hay 24/7; but if you have a lot of horses (or even just a few horses), that can be a lot of money. Enter the slow feeder. …

After a year of trial and error, I finally found a slow hay feeder solution for my horses. Maybe it'll work for yours!

Barn owners know all too well how wasteful horses can be with their hay. A slow feeder hay box will forever change your life. Not only do they cut down on waste, but they can slow down your quick eater and extend the hay. It’s a win win for everyone involved! Before you go out […]

If horse owners can agree on one thing, no hay should go wasted! ❌ With a hay feeder, you can reduce hay waste, save money, and help your horse stay healthy. 🐴 Check out our blog where we share the 10 Best Hay Feeders for Horses.

Homemade horse slow feeder for two horses. Holds a whole bale of hay. Made with Nibblenet, modified slightly to make holes bigger.

Slow feeder

Slow feeders and haynets offer many benefits for horses, such as metered forage intake and enrichment. But they can also create safety issues, including entanglement and tooth damage. Here, experts offer solutions to common slow feeder challenges.