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GutzBusta Slow Feed Hay Nets GutzBusta is your go-to destination for quality slow feed hay nets for horses. 🐴 🌾 Australia's Best Slow Feed Hay Nets! 🥇

* Recommended by Vets to help with obesity, colic, insulin resistance, ulcers and stall vices.
* Help reduces boredom by extending feeding time.
* Can help reduce incidence of choke by stopping gorging, and only allowing a few strands of hay to be eaten at once.
* Have been noted to assist in having happier, healthier horses that are less aggressive towards their mates as they ALWAYS have something to eat, particularly if they are on a dirt lot, paddock paradise track, stabled, or yarded.

16/03/2025

🎊 New Product Announcement! 🎊
From the success of our first Hay-Stay Hanging Knotless Hay Net we have now developed the JUNIOR Hay-Stay Hanging Knotless Hay Net!!! This wall-mounted net provides an innovative approach to feeding and managing your equine and livestock.

👉 Size: 1m x 80cm.

👉 Holding capacity: They will take up to a 4 biscuits of hay.

Check them out online now 👉 www.gutzbusta.com.au

16/03/2025

🤩 Introducing our Hay Bale Carry Bags, an essential accessory for every horse owner. These bags are meticulously crafted to protect your hay from elements that could compromise its quality, such as dust and moisture. ✨

Our Hay Bale Carry Bags are constructed from a PVC coated Canvas. This material is resistant to wear and tear, and also offers a waterproof barrier protecting your hay and keeping it dry. By providing a protective barrier against harmful elements, these bags help ensure the quality of your feed, contributing to the overall health and wellbeing of your horses.

One of the standout features of our Hay Bale Carry Bags is their convenience. Equipped with sturdy handles, they make transporting hay an effortless task. Whether you're moving hay within your property or transporting it over longer distances, these bags are designed to handle the load with ease. They are a very generous size, allowing for a little bit extra storage room at one end.

Practicality is at the heart of our Hay Bale Carry Bags' design. They can comfortably accommodate a regular rectangle bale of hay, which means no more worrying about loose hay spreading in your vehicle or storage area. This also makes your cleanup tasks significantly easier.

With extra Features you won’t see anywhere else, these Hay Bale Carry Bags have BOTH short side and long side handles, so no matter which way you prefer to move your bale, you will be able to with this great design. Another feature is that they have Velcro fastenings, for a quick close if you just want to grab a biscuit or two, and throw the cover back over. We also have buckles for more secure fastening, such as when the bale is on the back of a ute, or trailer.

Dimensions

1270mm (L) x 530mm (W) x 500 (H)
**Please note this Hay Bale Bag does not include hay and a slow feed hay net.

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15/03/2025

How can I determine whether the hay I get is low in sugar??

We always send our hay to be tested. We used to use Equi-Analytical in the USA but it got too complicated with customs. We now use Feed Central in Queensland, Australia and have been happy with them. Slightly more expensive but worth it rather than trying to battle the USA govt website importing the hay.

We have just recently received our hay results from Feed central as we were able to get 205 4x4 round bales and 560 small bales off 16 acres thanks to the spring rain. I actually sent most of the sample from the middle of the paddock that was cut last so that I know that the rest of the hay will be lower than that, not higher.

From the attached Feed Central analysis of our hay, the ESC + Starch added together gives you the sugar content of the hay. Hay for metabolic / IR / laminitic horses and ponies should be less than 10%.

The hay we just made in December 2023 total sugar is 5.24 + 1.14 = 6.38 This hay is very safe for horses & ponies struggling with obesity, laminitis, or other metabolic issues.

To read more about this topic, please follow the link to our Blog page https://gutzbusta.com/blogs/gutzbusta-blog/is-teff-safe-what-factors-affect-the-sugar-content

14/03/2025

Colour isn't important, it is the sugar and nutritional profile that matters!

We all love the look of fresh green hay, however, that doesn't mean it is good for the horses. Many factors can influence the 'greeness' of hay including how long it has been cut and laying on the ground for, how many times it has been raked and therefore bleached, and / or if it has been rained on. Only a hay test such as the above, will give you an accurate profile of your hay.

Although we discuss Teff in this article, the information is relevant for ALL hay types.

"Premium" Teff, most likely means cut in the afternoon and higher in sugar. So be sure to ask the person you are buying from a few more questions about the hay, especially if you are dealing with laminitic horses or ponies.

So we all should start asking the farmer or feed store what time of day the paddock was cut for hay? They might look at you like you have two heads, but this way we will start to build awareness of how important this is.

To read the entire Blog, please click on this link https://gutzbusta.com.au/blogs/gutzbusta-hay-nets-blog/is-teff-safe-what-time-of-day-was-it-cut-for-hay-making

13/03/2025

Repair Kits

The Repair Kit for GutzBusta Hay Nets is a must-have accessory. This kit is designed to help you quickly and easily fix any holes that may develop in your hay nets, extending their lifespan and maximizing their utility.

Our repair kits are unique, containing an actual sample of the netting used in our GutzBusta Hay Nets. This means you'll be using the same high-quality material for your repairs as was used in the original construction of your net. The kit also includes extra repair string, made from the same durable material as the net itself.

The key to maintaining your hay net's longevity is prompt repair. From our experience, if you quickly mend any hole that is found, it ceases to pose a problem, ensuring a long life for your net. Delaying fixes allows holes to enlarge, which can decrease the lifespan of your hay net as your horse will naturally try to bury its nose in the hole, making it bigger.

Our repair kits come with twine for sewing up any holes, and for use with the supplied 'patch' of netting. Available in 3cm, 4cm, and 6cm sizes, our repair kits cater to both knotted and knotless varieties of hay nets, making them versatile and suitable for various types of nets.

Available in both 3cm, 4cm, and 6cm in both knotted and knotless varieties.
* 30cm x 30cm patch plus twine

Draw Strings

Presenting the Spare Draw String from GutzBusta - a small but essential accessory that makes a significant difference in your equine care routine. This handy item is part of our extensive range of high-quality, reliable horse care products.

Our Spare Draw String is designed with durability and utility in mind. It is crafted from robust materials that can withstand the rigours of daily use, ensuring it lasts as long as you need it to. Despite its strength, the drawstring is lightweight and easy to handle, making your tasks more manageable.

The size of this Spare Draw String is small, making it an ideal fit for a variety of applications. Whether you're securing hay nets or tying up other equipment, this drawstring provides the versatility you need. Plus we have changed over all of our hay nets to a new material which is lighter, doesn't take on water and brightly coloured. The best thing about this new material is that is it really easy to tie and un-tie knots.

Please note that if you wish to be able to hang your large hay nets vertically, as they now hang horizontally, then we are selling an extra drawstring for this purpose. You will be posted details on how to apply to your large hay net with your order.

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12/03/2025

Teff hay is often touted as being safe hay for laminitic / metabolic horses and ponies. But is it really??

A few years ago in the Goulburn area of NSW, there were quite a few laminitic horses and ponies that either weren't getting better while they were being fed Teff hay, and some were even getting worse. This leads to considerable pain for the horse and frustration for the owner. I have over the years heard multiple reports of Teff not always being 'safe' in terms of sugar levels.

Why does this occur?

It is so important to realise that the time of day the hay was cut has a SIGNIFICANT effect on the sugar level. This can have as much or sometimes more impact on sugar levels than the actual species of hay.

We have been making low-sugar hay successfully for the last 10 years. It has been a learning curve and the following is part of that journey.

The first cut we ever did was ryegrass hay, it WASN'T low in sugar. It was beautiful, soft, and yummy hay, but its sugar levels were through the roof, over 16% from memory. I then did a hoof trimming workshop that revealed a lot about hay types and sugar levels in the hay. When we soaked this ryegrass hay, it was so full of sugar the ants were attracted to the water and it was a deep molasses looking colour. It literally left a sticky residue when it dried. Some may say this is tannins, and it could have been as well, but it was certainly also indicating a HIGH level of sugar for this particular hay.

That was the last time we ever made hay from ryegrass after learning just how bad it can be for horses in terms of sugar levels and mycotoxins. So we sowed in a pasture hay mix of Prairie Grass, Phalaris, Cocksfoot, and Lucerne. The lucerne was probably only around 10-15%. Some may think this is still far too rich of a mix for laminitic prone horses, however, we have been able to make low-sugar hay from this combination year after year.

How, you might ask??

To read more about this topic, please follow the link to our Blog page https://gutzbusta.com/blogs/gutzbusta-blog/is-teff-safe-what-factors-affect-the-sugar-content

11/03/2025

We LOVE hearing from our wonderful customers.

Thank you Taryn for your lovely feedback, it is truly appreciated. ❤️❤️

"Absolutely hands down the best quality haynets I have purchased. The horses take to them better, don’t tear them up. Aren’t frustrated while eating and they’re so much nicer to fill and work with.
I won’t buy any other type." - Taryn G

10/03/2025

😍 Meet your new best friend in equine care - the GutzBusta Hoof Pick with Wire Brush. This essential tool is designed to keep your horse's hooves clean and healthy, promoting overall wellbeing. The hoof pick is a crucial part of any horse owner’s kit. This particular model features a sturdy metal pick at one end for removing dirt, stones, and other debris lodged in the horse's hoof. On the other end, a high-quality wire brush is included, perfect for brushing away loose dirt and ensuring a thorough clean. ✨

Designed with your comfort in mind, this hoof pick has an ergonomic plastic handle. The handle offers a comfortable grip, reducing the strain on your hand during extended use. Plus, its bright color makes it easy to spot in your grooming kit.

The GutzBusta Hoof Pick with Wire Brush is more than just a tool; it's an investment in your horse's health. Regular use can help prevent issues such as thrush and laminitis by keeping the hooves clean and free from harmful bacteria.

Extremely durable hoof pick, used by professionals and owners needing a solid tool.
Easily clean major debris from hooves.
Great for thoroughly cleaning out your horses' feet.
Please note, if stocks are low, we cannot guarantee you will get your selected colour.

Please note that discount codes are not applicable for this item.

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09/03/2025

08/03/2025

Both our Knotted and Knotless Hay Nets come with an included 6mm Braided Polyethylene drawstring. This is a durable, affordable, tried and tested material that has been used for many years. That said, in certain scenarios (and for certain users of our hay nets), a more premium drawstring may be something they are looking for.

Introducing our range of Premium Soft Braided Polyester replacement drawstrings, a cord that can provide the following benefits for Hay Net users:

* 8mm Diameter: Super Strong with Easy to tie and untie knots
* Slides easily through the netting, facilitating quick opening and closing of hay nets with the drawstring, which means quick filling and hanging times.
* Bright dynamic colours to help identify net sizes, or have a different colour for each horse.
* Super strong with heat shrink sealed ends
* Fits through the Carabiner hole if required
* Our premium replacement range offers an opportunity for both a functional and ergonomic benefit to our community of Hay Net users. The bright colours make it fun, whilst also making it easy to locate hay nets from a distance. Once you try the 8mm premium range we are certain that you will love them, and that they will be the BEST looking and performing Hay Net drawstring you’ve used.

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07/03/2025

💕 Introducing the Carabiner Clip - Heavy Duty, a robust and reliable accessory from GutzBusta. This is more than just a carabiner clip; it's an essential tool designed to make your equine care routines smoother and more efficient. 💕

This heavy-duty carabiner clip is built to last, ensuring long-term performance even under the most challenging conditions. Whether you're looking to secure your hay nets, round bale nets, or other equipment, this clip provides the strength and reliability you need.

One of the key considerations when choosing a hay net is the hole size, and our Carabiner Clip - Heavy Duty is compatible with all sizes. Whether you're using small-hole nets for horses prone to weight gain or larger holes for those needing easier access, this clip works seamlessly with all.

When it comes to the knotted vs knotless debate, this clip proves its versatility. It can be used effectively with both types of hay nets, regardless of their material or durability. This makes it a practical choice for horse owners who use different types of hay nets.

A great add-on accessory for all Hay Net Bags.
* Made from Marine Grade Stainless Steel so it won't rust and is safe for your horse.
* Made with a Screw Nut with your horses safety in mind.
* 8mm in Diameter (thick) and 80mm long x 40mm wide.

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06/03/2025

Our hay weighers are a highly appreciated tool for your feed shed!! Do you want to know how much your horse should be eating?

We shouldn't be feeding horses by biscuit/flake, only weight.

Presenting the Hay Weigher from GutzBusta - an indispensable tool for every horse owner concerned about their horse's diet and health.
This device is designed to help manage feeding for horses with specific dietary needs, including those with Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Syndrome, Laminitis, and Cushing's Disease.

The Hay Weigher allows you to accurately measure the weight of your hay or forage, ensuring your horse receives the appropriate amount. By providing precise measurements, it aids in preventing over- or underfeeding, contributing to better horse health management.

This device is extremely user-friendly. It can be handheld or hung anywhere, offering convenience and flexibility. Whether you're in the barn or out in the field, this tool makes weighing your hay effortless.

Despite its compact size, the Hay Weigher has a generous capacity, capable of weighing up to 30kg of hay. This ensures it can handle the needs of most horse owners. Please note that it requires 2 x AAA batteries, which are NOT included in the purchase.

Great little device to allow you to actually weigh your hay net to make sure your horse is getting the right amount of hay/forage that it should be. Can be handheld or hung anywhere to allow ease weighing.

Requires 2 x AAA batteries (not included).
Weighs up to 30kg.
It is a fantastic tool in managing IR / Metabolic Syndrome / Laminitic / and Cushing's Horses.

As a feeding guide, a horse should receive approximately 1.5 – 2.5% of its body weight in forage in Dry Matter. Therefore on average, a 500kg horse in maintenance up to moderate work should be getting 10 - 12.5kg or forage (translated as hay and/or grass from grazing) per day. However, don't forget that this means Dry Matter; Most hays are around 15% moisture, so you need to allow a little more.

Again, this is where slow feed hay nets come in handy as they can be loaded up with the correct amount of hay by weight, and you know that your horse or pony is getting the amount of forage it requires. As an owner, you can be satisfied that your horse is getting the correct amount of forage it should be getting to maintain it in a healthy state.

Please note that hay weigher may vary in appearance from photos shown.

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05/03/2025

Some interesting information on Teff hay here. :-)

05/03/2025

Looking for a way to contain your salt? Try our GutzBusta® Lick Net only - to hang your own Salt Lick.

Available in Small and Large.

These are available without a pink rock salt lick. So you can add your own salt lick if you wish. GutzBusta® Salt lick Nets will enable you to hang your salt lick off the ground. No rope goes through your salt lick, so it won't fall to the ground as it gets licked away. Less wastage, no fuss!

Size: Small - Approximate Dimensions are 15cm x 30cm.

Size: Large - Approximate Dimensions are 27cm x 30cm

https://gutzbusta.com.au/collections/gutzbusta%C2%AE-accessories/products/lick-net-only-no-salt?variant=47076114366769

04/03/2025

Some information for our Queensland and Northern NSW customers, friends and general community.

There might be something here that helps or is a good suggestion 🤔?

We send our thoughts and blessings that you and your animals all remain safe during and after the cyclone 🌀 🙏

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04/03/2025

Thanks, Margaret for your lovely comments. We are very happy to hear that you love our knotless nets ❤️

😁 Join Margaret and thousands of other happy customers by shopping with us today ❤️

01/03/2025

🐴 One of the many benefits of slow feeding 🐴

• Allows the rate of hay consumption to slow down - closer replicating grazing.

The beauty of having so many netting hole sizes available is that we can cater to whatever the individual needs and requirements of your herd or horses require. 🐎

As we know, there are so many variations in how each animal eats, from the Equine Labrador that hoovers the meal down without taking a breath to the old retired horse who seems to methodically chew 40+ times before swallowing each mouthful. 🤣
Clearly, the Labradors are best suited to the 2cm or 3cm (3/4" or 1 1/4") nets, and the oldies are best suited to the 4cm or more likely the the 6cm (1 3/4" or 2 1/2") nets.

We have a very thorough analysis of what factors to consider when deciding what hole size will best suit your horses and ponies. There are just so many factors to consider, but the most important ones are:

🐴 Aim - are you trying to maintain weight, gain weight, or lose weight?
🐴 Type of hay - is your hay palatable (yummy), stalky, or not very palatable?
🐴 Is your horse a greedy eater, average, or a slow eater?
🐴 How much exercise, or what is the work routine of your horse (if any)?

We now have 2cm / 3/4", 3cm / 1 1/4", 4cm / 1 3/4" and 6cm / 2 1/2" holes, so we have a HUGE range of hay net hole sizes to manage every one of your animals speed of intake depending on their individual needs and requirements. 🐴

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✨ Check out our NEW GutzBusta® Deluxe Hay Feed Bag! 🐴💨 This heavy-duty bag holds up to 3 biscuits of hay, perfect for those who don’t want to restrict intake but still want to minimise waste. 🙌 The durable design keeps hay in place while allowing easy access! Ideal for floats, stables, and yards—another great way to save hay! 🔗 www.gutzbusta.com.au

Easy to fill, easy to hang! A great alternative to slow feed hay nets and perfect for keeping your horse happy on the go! 🐴💨The 21cm large feed hole allows free choice grazing, making this bag an excellent addition to your show or competition kit. 😍 Shop Now 👉 www.gutzbusta.com.au

The GutzBusta Hay Feed Bag has been developed to offer a free choice grazing solution. The generously sized bag has a capacity of approximately 2 biscuits of hay. Made from heavy duty polyester material, this bag has been designed for durability. Complete with a strap and clip that is easy to secure to a rail, post, float, or any other place you wish to hang the bag from. ❤🐎🌾 Shop the new Hay Feed Bag range now 👉 www.gutzbusta.com.au

We have some exciting news!! We've been working hard behind the scenes here at GutzBusta and we are excited to announce our latest addition to the GutzBusta collection: Hay Feed Bags! 🌾❤🐎😍 Check out the range now 👉 www.gutzbusta.com.au

🐴 A common question we get is 'Can your hay net be placed in the ground?' 🐎 This depends on a few things, the biggest one being, is your horse shod? 🧲 If they are shod, then of course you can't put the hay net near shoes. You will need to tie them higher, or have a physical barrier btwn the hooves and the netting. 🎉 If they aren't shod, then you may throw in the ground, provided they are regularly trimmed so no splits or chips to get caught in the netting. 🎉 Also, make sure that the Hoof size is LARGER than the hay net hole size. Our FAQ pages are full of information to help you on your hay net journey. 🤩 #gutzbusta #gutzbustaslowfeedhaynets #gutzbusterslowfeedhaynets #gutzbusterslowfeedinghaynets #gutzbustahaynet #gutzbustahaynets #pony #slowfeeders #savehay #slowfeeding #cutepony #horse #slowfeeder #smallbales #nowastedhay

🐎 Have you tried our Parallax Grad-duals? They are great for horses that gutz their hard feed down way to quickly 😀 #parallax #gutzbustahaynets #slowfeeder #horse #parallax #gutzbustahaynets

🥰 We're so excited to announce 2 new products for sale here at GutzBusta Hay Nets. Visit our store to purchase your hay bag today 🥰 #GUTZBUSTAHAYNETS #haybag #newproduct #horse #slowfeeder

Nothing better than knowing your horse can't waste its hay while travelling 🥰

Benefit #9: • Reduces hay wastage from being blown away, trampling mud, etc therefore saving money. For people who live in high-wind areas, or on stormy days, there is nothing worse than throwing a biscuit/flake out to your horses, only to see it being blown away in the wind. Equally annoying is seeing your valuable hay being trampled into the ground, used as a comfy bed, or worse.... seeing it being used as a toilet!! Using a GutzBusta keeps your hay confined and unable to be wasted.

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Our GutzBusta Slow Feed Hay Nets were designed and developed over 8 years ago by myself as I realized there was a need to supply the horse industry with quality slow feed hay nets. It deeply saddened me to see horses and ponies locked up in small yards or stables with nothing to eat. Developing these hay nets gave horse and livestock owners more options for easy and cost-effective management.

Our GutzBusta® Hay Nets are:

Recommended by Vets to help with obesity, colic, insulin resistance, ulcers and stall vices.

Help reduces boredom by extending feeding time.

Can help reduce incidence of choke by stopping gorging, and only allowing a few strands of hay to be eaten at once.

Have been noted to assist in having happier, healthier horses that are less aggressive towards their mates as they ALWAYS have something to eat, particularly if they are on a dirt lot, paddock paradise track, stabled, or yarded. Fantastic for drought conditions where every last stalk of hay is precious.

Since starting this business we have made many positive changes to our sizing, strength and therefore longevity of our products. We now offer what we consider to be the largest variety of generous sized hay nets in Australia. Our hay nets are tried and tested for over 8 years. There are other hay net imitations now available, however we have the advantage of knowing how the netting behaves over time and have therefore adapted our products to make sure our nets are superior. As they say, ‘imitation is the strongest form of flattery’! We are staying at the current ply thicknesses that we have as going to thicker ply’s will result in thicker and bigger knots that are more likely to attract horses into chewing the knots. There can be such a thing as too much of a good thing.

We are constantly expanding our range, so stay tuned for more products soon.

For more photos and LOADS of information, please visit out website at www.allbarewithnaturalhoofcare.com.au

Great for all livestock, not just horses. We have many customers using our nets on goats, alpacas, sheep, cattle, and donkeys.

We now have zipPay available for our customers.

If you have any questions, please ask or visit our FAQ page on our website. Thank you for visiting our page and Store, happy shopping!

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