Knotless Hay Net - 5'x4' Round Bale 40mm

The GutzBusta® Knotless 5x4 Round Bale Hay Net is designed for horse owners who want to slow down feeding, reduce hay waste, and provide a safe, long-lasting slow feeder for their herd. Made from soft, knotless mesh, this hay net offers a gentle and durable feeding solution that suits most 5x4 round bales, making it ideal for paddocks, large groups of horses, and full-time turnout.

With a smooth, knot-free design and superior drape, this net encourages a more natural grazing rhythm while controlling consumption. It’s one of the easiest ways to save money on hay, promote healthy digestion, and prevent boredom, especially for horses prone to gulping or over-eating.

- Dimensions: 1.75 Wide x 2m High
- Net Colour: Black
- Drawstring Colour: Blue

40mm / 1 ¾" Sized Holes - Moderate

Our most popular hole-sized net, the 40mm is a good place to start if you are unsure or new to slow feeding.

Our most popular hole size, 40mm / 1 ¾" it is the ideal starting point if you’re new to slow feeding or unsure where to begin. It delivers genuine slow feeding, enough restriction to extend eating time and reduce waste without tipping into frustration. In our experience, it’s readily accepted by 90% of horses of horses once introduced correctly. Good for slightly stalky hay, where you don't wish to slow down too much but still reap the rewards of hay saving and increasing the longevity of the hay you are feeding out.

A 40mm / 1 ¾" provides balanced control that slows intake to a natural, steady pace, reduces waste, supports a calmer routine with longer nibble time, and offers an easy transition before finer sizes; it’s best suited to pasture and slightly stalky/oaten hays and to good doers, easy keepers, horses new to slow feeding, and mixed herds where one size needs to suit most.