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SmartPak Slow Feed Hay Bag
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Overview
Why We Love This
The only Slow Feed Hay Bag your barn will ever need! This innovative hay bag is our most durable slow feeding option and has special features to make loading hay fast and easy, and to ensure the bag stays closed as your horse eats. The flexible gator mouth holds its shape so loading hay has never been simpler! Added hook and loop at the closure means even the craftiest horses will find it impossible to open, ensuring their hay lasts as long as possible. This bag comfortably fits 10-15lbs of hay, so your horse will be happily munching all day long! A great choice for slowing down easy keepers, keeping stall-bound horses entertained, and for providing more continuous forage throughout the day to horses prone to gastric upset.
Imported.
The hay net should be hung at a sufficient height to avoid the risk of entanglement. To withstand the pulling and chewing associated with a hay net in use, the nylon mesh is extremely durable and will not give under pressure. As a result, it’s important to ensure the hay net is safely secured and won’t become loose as the hay is consumed.
Imported.
The hay net should be hung at a sufficient height to avoid the risk of entanglement. To withstand the pulling and chewing associated with a hay net in use, the nylon mesh is extremely durable and will not give under pressure. As a result, it’s important to ensure the hay net is safely secured and won’t become loose as the hay is consumed.
Favorite Features:
- Extremely durable hardware will stand up to rough horseplay
- Gator mouth closure makes loading hay a breeze
- Available in different sizes and with different sized holes to customize to your horse's needs
- Hook and loop closure keeps crafty horses from opening the bag from the top
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Ingredients
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Sizing
Square Bale Flakes
Two Flake or Four Flake
2" Hole & 1.5" Hole Options
4 Flake Bag: 37" x 30"
2 Flake Bag: 31" x 24.5
Two Flake or Four Flake
2" Hole & 1.5" Hole Options
4 Flake Bag: 37" x 30"
2 Flake Bag: 31" x 24.5
Reviews
SmartPak Slow Feed Hay Bag is rated
out of
5 by
620.
Rated 5 out of
5
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StephC from
Worth every cent!! LOVE IT!!!
I have a mischievous accident prone horse so a regular hay net is not an option. This hay net is super tough and user friendly. I know that a lot of people were complaining about how to attach it. I just used a long heavy duty eye hook and a large heavy duty snap from lowes. It’s working perfectly.
Date published: 2021-10-11
Rated 4 out of
5
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tntexas from
Decent hay bag
I bought a couple of these for my hunt and show horses. My warmblood figured it out just fine, but my OTTB refused to eat from it until I cut a few larger holes for him. The top opening is a bit tight IMO, I wish it was a couple inches wider and it only fits 1 flake from a 3 string bale.
Date published: 2021-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Christine from
Great size!
I love these hay bags. I bought two of them to take to the horse show. They hold a lot of hay and are convenient to use!
Date published: 2021-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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Lipirider from
Great slow feeder hay bag
Worked great for long haul trailering. Very little hay on the floor and kept them busy. Very durable and easy to fill
Date published: 2021-09-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
nsf2027 from
Holds a lot of hay.
I bought this to use at the horse show to keep hay in front of my horse. It holds a lot of hay which makes my horse and I both happy. Not sure how well it would last to be used on a daily basis but it was just the ticket for taking to the shows.
Date published: 2021-08-19
Rated 2 out of
5
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wildhooves from
Hemlock color was far less durable
I have purchased the same product in the black color in the past to use for giraffe in a zoological facility. When I read an advertisement that showed the hemlock color on sale, I was happy to purchase it since we try to utilize naturally colored products whenebver possible. We are still using the hay bags in the black color and are pleased that they have shown very little wear. However, the hemlock color bag has worn excessively already in a short amount of time. The metal stick located in the top that makes it easier to keep open when loading in the hay came out first. Then within days the hay bag canvas strips began to fray. The strips started coming apart in long strings that could have easily been ingested by the animals so we had to stop using the hay bag. We were disappointed to have this item fall apart so soon as compared to the same product in a different color. Additionally, I have the black hay bags in the zebra exhibit and they are holding up very well after an entire year of daily use.
Date published: 2021-08-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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kristi from
slow feed hay net
love the feeder,but i originally bought the 2 flake bag. way too small
originally bought 2 flake bag. way too small! when i called to send it back, your employee said that it was meant for trailers, not stalls. no where did i see that. don't think i could get 2 flakes in it anyway. also fastening at top and bottom so horse can't flip it around.
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Date published: 2021-08-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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MyAE from
Perfect
This purchase was exactly what I was looking for!!
Date published: 2021-08-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Saved By Grace Ranch from
Fabulous product!
We own a boarding barn and noticed alot of wasted hay.. We tried alot of different products before yours. We were in search of a better way to supply our horses with hay and minimize waste when we came across your product. We had seen similar products in some of the horse supply stores and they didn't look they would be durable enough to last a season. We ordered your product and were pleasantly surprised at the quality and durability. Our hay wastage has gone down from almost 1/4 bale/day to almost nothing! The bags are durable and made of heavy materials. They stay open for you and are easy to fill and have
velcro closures on both sides and sturdy hanging
eyes. We would highly recommend this product to
all your customers.
Date published: 2021-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Annie from
FABULOUS HAY AG
This is the best our pony HEMI has ever had. It keeps him happy for longer and seems indestructible.
Date published: 2021-07-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jackie from
Less time stuffing!
This is the easiest hay net to fill. The mouth stays open and there’s room for at least 4 flakes so I don’t have to fill it so often. And the beautiful teal color makes me smile as I work!
Date published: 2021-07-15
Rated 4 out of
5
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2 Styles Rescue Corp from
Order a size up, lasts for 6 mos
I want to give this 5 stars, it’s a good buy for the price, but it needs to be replaced after 6 mos. The metal at the top of the bag/net will eventually pops out and can poke so be careful when that happens and pull it out. Our barn has bought several and it lasts for 6 mos on average. We now use the slow feed nets or Professional Choice makes the best version (we’ve found) for slow feed hay bags. Also, whatever you feed, order a size up. It’s hard to get 2 flakes of Bermuda in the small bag.
Date published: 2021-07-13
Rated 1 out of
5
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ottb610 from
Not safe if you have two crazy TBs
I bought four of these. 2 small and 2 large ones for my boys. I love the concept but they did not hold up and the metal from the top came out and I had to pull it out before they ripped their faces off with it. Not happy with it, great concept like I said, but I went back to the original haynets.
Date published: 2021-07-12
Rated 3 out of
5
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1shortcake from
What I don’t like about it is the metal in the top it’s all twisted my horse is hard on his hay bags
Date published: 2021-07-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Paige from
Just what I was looking for
My schedule has gone squewed, so unfortunately I have do give night hay earlier than I would like. These hay bags have set my mind at ease because they are just the right size, are easy to fill and hand, and also are durable and safe. You can really load the hay into these bags, they can handle it.
Date published: 2021-07-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Slow hay feeder from
Perfect for my horse!
I have been using this hay feeder for a few years
I have a couple of others from other manufacturers but this one is the most durable and holds just the right amount with just the right size holes for my horse. Thanks
Date published: 2021-07-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sedona gal from
Best hay bag ever!
Have purchased several for the barn and love these bags. They are so durable and easy to install the hay. Yet to ever wear one out.
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 3 out of
5
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Melissa from
Sturdy
Seems sturdy and easy to fill but doesn’t slow them down much. Hopefully it lasts a long time to justify the cost
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kkgaskin90 from
Everyone's Favorite!
I bought three of these hay bags for my horse trailer. I only have one I usually haul but frequently take other with me, so they are welcome to use my hay bags. Every single person has LOVED the ease of use of these hay bags! The color is still bright and cute and they hold just enough hay to keep the horses satisfied on the trip without taking up too much head room. I will be purchasing at least one of the larger, 4 flake bags for overnight show use as I just love these so much!
Date published: 2021-06-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ridingwfreckles from
Awesome! Slows the ponies down. Great quality
Love these! So excited for the 1.5”! I would love smaller sizes too especially for my minis!
Date published: 2021-06-22
Rated 4 out of
5
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KatMerr from
Great hay bag.
Just bought my 4th one. I love the design. I was super excited to buy the coral reef version too. But I was disappointed in that it is much more a light neon orange. I have the coral reef pad that I do like. I'll end up keeping it since it doesn't have free returns, but it is very bright.
Date published: 2021-06-20
Rated 2 out of
5
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Mary15 from
Only Fits One Flake
I really wanted to love this hay net, but it really only fits one flake of hay (with some effort). It does seem to be made of very durable material, but the wire in the top also starts to warp quite quickly.
Date published: 2021-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Cindy from
Great Hay Bag
Had to put my horse on a diet so purchased this hay bag to slow hay consumption-wow it works so much better than expected! Sturdy, easy to fill, my horse loves it!
Date published: 2021-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kris from
These work great!
Slows down my horses feeding so that they don't have so long between feedings. I have an older one that my horses managed to rip, but I was able to have it repaired by the local boot repair shop.
Date published: 2021-05-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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WindyA from
Great Quality
I love the sturdy construction and ease of loading. My girls love their new hay bags!
Date published: 2021-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mama from
Holds plenty
Large hay bag keeps my horse munching happily for a long time.
Date published: 2021-04-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
DGM70 from
A big flaw in this great bag...
A friend uses these bags and I had to have one. I managed to score the large one on sale. Yay, me! I use this one in rotation with other bags - two are Shires premium net bags from Dover, one is the Tough-1 bag similar to this, and two of the Weaver “briefcase” bags. The Shires net bags win for overall durability. The Tough-1 is awesome, but the metal clips/rings rust/break. The Weaver bags my horse hated with a passion and aren’t that durable. This bag is my favorite for loading, hanging, and use. I clip it up to a simple eye bolt and we are good to go! Except...last night I noticed the metal bar across the top has ripped through the nylon webbing that envelopes is. I expected the metal bar to get a bit wavy with use, but I didn’t expect it to come out the end, which is something the Weaver bags like to do after only a few uses. I’ve had this less than 4 months and it’s used a few times a week at most. My horse is not destructive or hard on things, so I’m uncertain as to what the issue is. Normally, SmartPak items are amazing. I’d thought this would be, as several friends rave about them. But, for even the sale cost, I’d think it should last more than @30-40 uses for 10 hrs a day inside a barn. I am bummed, but I’m going to ask about returning this one.
Date published: 2021-04-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Tcc74 from
Slow feeder hay net
I’ve had a similar Smartpak haynet that lasted a few years. This is my second haynet with the smaller 1.5” holes. These nets are very durable and easy to fill. My old one had three rings that you could use to hang it with clips. I liked that design because it kept it more secure. The new design only has one ring and needs to be tethered down to keep it from flying everywhere. Overall it’s well made but I liked the older design better.
Date published: 2021-04-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Robyn from
One of my new favorite hay bags!
After farm sitting multiple times for a friend who used this hay net for his horse, i was not impressed. My goal at home is filling nets less frequently, so the size limitation on these was frustrating to me. In winter, I either feed a round bale in a net or I pull off of round bale to fill the shires haylage bags which are HUGE and can fit an enormous amount of hay. However, I have horses as well as sheep, and the sheep are NOTORIOUS hay wasters- once it hits the ground it is never considered edible and turns into bedding, it drives me nuts. So this year when I happened to have a pony on stall rest and lambing season was looming over me, i decided to splurge on these and see what happened. I got the 4 flake size in 2" and 1.5" holes. So far I've used the 2"holes for the pony and the sheep and both seem to be working great. It is very easy for me to stuff efficiently since I'm not dealing with formed flakes, and with the pony in the stall I can overstuff since I hang it high enough that I don't worry about her reaching through the top. I can put about 9.5 pounds of hay in with a little effort and still close the velcro, I can force more in but it does get harder to close. I put less in for the sheep since they consume less, but I have to say the 1.5" holes are working GREAT for them. Much less waste. I also have a shires greedy feeder net which I believe has 1" or 1.25" holes- they don't take to that one as much and i feel like they don't eat enough with it. I do feel confident that my horses would eat fine from the 1.5" holes but haven't tried it yet. There is still some hay on the ground with the 2" holes but it is considerably less than with the string type nets. I will still continue to use the shires haylage nets for general feeding through the winter, due to their extra large capacity, but for any animals being kept near the barn where it is more convenient to refill hay nets more often, these will be my go- to!
I do see an issue with my pony trying to flip the bag to get to the other side and bending up the gator mouth metal pieces, so I do hope they will hold up to that alright long term. My neighbor's horse didn't seem to try that trick. I do see the velcro getting filled with hay bits, but it hasn't been a problem yet, and my neighbor's bag still has some velcro action to it and it is a couple years old i think.
I would suggest that smartpak redesign these hay nets to have a squared off/ shaped bottom to them, even filling with loose hay, I never get the corners filled. I also think having the 2 rings in the middle works great but it would be a brilliant addition to put a ring at either end of the top too so it could be secured to protect the metal in the top from excessive wear and abuse. I'd also love to see these in one size larger to fit more hay in them. And offering a 1" or 1.25" hole option would be awesome as well. I honestly don't think anyone is being slowed down with the 2" holes, and i don't think my sheep are slowed with the 1.5" holes, but the waste is definitely reduced.
Overall I am happy enough with these to invest in a few of the smaller size in both hole sizes for use in the trailer and short trips when i don't need such a large meal available. It does add up though, these things are pricey... so i really hope they will last many years! Maybe Smartpak will consider offering a warranty on these like with their Ultimate blanket line, if they make them super durable and really stand behind them, I'd think they would be the most popular hay net out there! When something like a blanket or hay net comes with a warranty, it really does give a lot of reassurance that it is made to last and is worth the investment!!
Date published: 2021-03-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tressa from
Great value
Easy fill & easy to hang. And it lasts forever. This is a replacement but my other one lasted years a & years.
Date published: 2021-03-06
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Why We Love This
The only Slow Feed Hay Bag your barn will ever need! This innovative hay bag has special features to make loading hay fast and easy and to ensure the bag stays closed as your horse eats. The flexible gator mouth holds its shape so loading hay has never been simpler! Added Velcro at the closure means even the craftiest horses will find it impossible to open, ensuring their hay lasts as long as possible. This bag comfortably fits 10-15lbs of hay, so your horse will be happily munching all day long!
Favorite Features:
• Extremely durable hardware
• Gator mouth closure
• 2" wide holes
• Velcro closure
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