hay chix West Coast Bale Net

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West Coast Bale Net by Hay Chix is designed to help slow hay consumption to a more natural rate. Ideal to keep your horses busy in the pasture, paddock or on a tie line. The West Coast net is the perfect feeding solution for a weekend away with a weekends worth of hay. Designed for the larger, 100 lb, 3-string bales used on the West Coast. Made of high-quality, UV-treated Dupont fiber netting, cinch rope and hoggle for secure cinching. The original 1-3/4 opening size is the best choice for horses never having used a slow feed net before. Designed to slow down horses prone to eating too fast, are generally healthy, but waste too much hay. This net has been shown to help horses with ulcers, pawing, weaving and unwanted behaviors during stall rest.Species: Horses Specifications: Not recommended for horned animals, horses with blankets, or non-breakaway halters. Nets may be used with shod horses but must be used with traditional hay ring which is flush with the ground or hung high enough so the horse cannot paw at it. Tensile strength is rated at 385 lb. Handmade in the USA. Instructions for Use: Always remove bailing twine or net wrap before using slow feeder bags. When introducing your horses to the hay chix net, always feed ?loose hay? for the first week. Some horses may refuse the net at first, assuming you will give them more free-choice hay. Allow them to adjust by offering the free-choice hay and then giving them an extended period of time with the net (12 hour or so) and see how much your horse has eaten. If your horse is shod, hang the net high enough so the horse cannot paw and hook a shoe or use a hay ring which is flush with the ground. Also, you can put the hay net in water tanks, homemade feeders or tires. Cleaning instructions: Clean your net by using dish soap and warm water, hang to air dry. Do not use harsh chemicals, like bleach, as it will break down the fibers and cause the netting to become frail. Put your net back into use before it dries all