Haynets
Do you struggle with your horse eating his forage ration quickly? We put some small-holed haynets to the test...
The products

Tricklenet Shake & Graze chaff net
A slow-release net specifically designed for feeding chaff. When the net is nuzzled, agitated or gently shaken, it slowly dispenses chaff.
We say…
This net worked really well for my horse, who easily gets bored when stabled. I noticed it also slowed his eating down and took longer to finish his chaff. It was great during the winter when he was stabled for longer periods of time and now in the summer when Iβm watching his waistline. It didnβt take him long to work out how to get the chaff out and then he happily grazed from the floor. Itβs durable and tough, and has withstood regular use. The rope fastening is strong and showing no signs of wear even from vigorous shaking and pulling. The outer net doubles up as trickle net once youβve removed the filters, making it perfect for feeding a main forage ration.

Trickle Net Original
Slow feeding net
Strong and durable
8.5kg capacity
We say…
This net has proved to be super-strong and really helped with wastage and slowing down the horseβs eating time. Itβs heavier than others, so we had to weigh out hay rations before filling it up. The material hasnβt stretched or worn despite being regularly soaked for long periods. The strong tie string has lasted well, although we found the material a little rough on our hands.Β

LeMieux Hippo
Made from tough nylon
Small mesh holes
Metal rings
6kg capacity
We say…
Lightweight, soft, flexible and easy to fill. The tough tie string is threaded through metal hoops, which prevented it from getting tangled and made it easier to tie up and fasten. We noticed less waste than before, and it holds a good amount of forage. It stood up well to regular use and hasnβt stretched or lost its colour. Good quality and size for the price.

Cottage Craft small haylage
Metal rings for easy fill and tie up
4kg capacity
We say…
The holes arenβt as small as some others, but it did increase the time taken to eat the forage. A smaller net, making it perfect for use at shows, on the yard or for horses needing a smaller ration. The material is strong and durable, and showing no real signs of wear. Found the thin string a bit fiddly, but it doesnβt have a knot, so shouldnβt β and didnβt β come apart easily. The metal rings made it easy to fill.Β

Shires Soft Mesh haylage
Knotless design
6kg capacity
We say…
The material was soft and seemed gentle on the horseβs nose. Small holes definitely extended eating time. It held a good amount of hay, which meant it was ideal for a large ration. The shape and size of the holes meant we found it tricky to tie up when completely full, but it stayed put. The net has held its shape and proved easier to fill than others thanks to the heavier material. Showing no real signs of wear, even with regular use.

Elico Little Piggy standard
Extra small mesh holes
6.5kg capacity
We say…
Strong, durable net. The very small holes took a bit of getting used to, but it made the hay last noticeably longer. It was easy to fill the net, and it has kept its shape well. The tie string has a knot, which made it a bit fiddly to secure and undo, and it sometimes came loose due to the material. The net is showing minimal signs of wear, despite heavy use. Itβs kept its bright colour even when being used to soak hay daily. Great value.