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BoWit Hay 5KG – Soft Nesting Material for Chickens
BoWit Hay 5KG – Soft Nesting Material for Chickens
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BoWit Hay is soft, natural nesting material for your chickens' nesting box — comfortable to sit on and lay eggs in. Use it with proper precautions, as long hay strands can cause a crop impaction if ingested.
- 🌾 100% natural hay
- 🪺 Soft material for the nesting box
- 📦 5 kg compactly packed
- 🚚 Free shipping from €60 (up to 30kg)
"Our chickens find this the best hay for their nesting box. Not too hard and perfect as a soft bed for the chickens to rest in and lay their eggs." — Tom C., verified review
Why choose BoWit Hay?
- Soft and comfortable — ideal as nesting box lining
- 100% natural — no harmful additives
- Compactly packed — easy to transport and store
Important to know: crop impaction from hay. Chickens can eat hay, and long, uncut strands can get tangled in the crop and cause an impaction — a condition that sometimes even requires veterinary intervention. Therefore, always cut or tear the hay into short pieces before placing it in the nesting box, and regularly check if your chickens are not eating too much of the hay itself. In doubt? Then choose wood shavings as a safer alternative for bedding in the coop.
Who is this suitable for?
Suitable as nesting material for all chicken breeds, provided it is cut short and used in moderation.
Usage
- Pull the hay apart and cut or tear it into short pieces
- Spread it as a soft layer in the nesting box
- Refresh regularly for a fresh and hygienic nest
- Keep an eye on whether your chickens are not eating large quantities of hay
Additional advice from our chicken experts
For extra protection in the nesting box, combine with Nest Herbs or Tobacco Stems. If you suspect your chicken has a crop impaction (hard, swollen crop), contact a veterinarian or poultry specialist.
Content
5 kg compactly packed hay.
What customers say
"Ideal nesting material in combination with nest herbs, tobacco stems, and diatomaceous earth." — Ilse d.K.
"Good hay quality, chickens love it." — Timo M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is hay safe for my chickens?
With the right precautions, yes: always cut the hay into short pieces. Long strands can cause a crop impaction if ingested.
Does hay support my chickens' digestion?
No, hay is intended as soft nesting material, not as feed. Eaten in large quantities, it can actually cause a crop impaction.
Does hay prevent red mites better than straw?
No, both hay and straw can attract red mites through hollow stems. Therefore, combine the nesting box with a targeted preventative measure, such as Nest Herbs or Tobacco Stems.
How do I recognize a crop impaction?
A hard, swollen crop upon waking, difficulty swallowing, or listlessness may indicate a crop impaction. Consult a veterinarian or poultry specialist if in doubt.
Can I also use hay as bedding in the coop?
This is discouraged due to the risk of crop impaction. For the coop, it is better to choose wood shavings or straw.
How do I store BoWit Hay?
Store dry and cool, out of direct sunlight.
Onze kippen vinden dit het beste hooi voor hun legnest. Wij gebruiken dit ook het liefst omdat dit niet te hard en perfect is als zacht bedje voor de kippen om in te rusten alsook hun eieren in te leggen.
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ideaal legnest materiaal in combinatie met nestkruiden, tabakstelen en diatomeenaarde
goede hooi kwaliteit, kippen zijn er dol op
goede hooi kwaliteit, kippen zijn er dol op
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pakket was bij buren bezorgd, zonder briefje ofzo. Na contact wel direct juiste info waar het pakket was
pakket was bij buren bezorgd, zonder briefje ofzo. Na contact wel direct juiste info waar het pakket was
ideaal legnest materiaal in combinatie met nestkruiden, tabakstelen en diatomeenaarde