Using softer materials, we influence the soundscape in stables. Noise levels can be very high when slow feeders or hay balls are created from hard materials. Imagine a stable with 10 horses, where two or three are using a hay ball. In these situations, soft materials play a crucial role in creating a more relaxed and comfortable/quiet environment for the horses.
Fluffy Feeders are made of durable Rescue textiles, a side stream from textile industry. This high-quality, clean fabric is certified with the ÖKO-TEX 100 standard, ensuring it has been tested for harmful substances.
Our eco-friendly rescue materials are designed to repel water and dirt, helping to keep hay clean from bedding and soil. The net is made from seat belts sourced from the automotive industry, making it exceptionally strong and unique.
Heica feeders are responsibly manufactured in Finland, Europe. Local production allows us to visit the factory, meet the workers personally, and ensure excellent working conditions. Finland has strict environmental regulations, guaranteeing that all materials used are safe and waste is managed responsibly.
Enrichment plays a crucial role in your horse's mental and physical well-being. But how do you choose the right enrichment? Here are some practical tips to help you make the best choice for your equine friend.
On New Year's Eve, when the world is full of flashes and explosions, a horse's experience is likely unpleasant but something it simply has to endure.
Chewing hay is a calming and stress-relieving activity for horses. It’s a good idea to ensure hay is available late into the night. You can use the Fluffy Feeder during the evening to create a
calming atmosphere.
We often get questions like: "How much does Fluffy Feeder slow down eating?" or "Would it help my horse in current situation?"
The truth is, Fluffy Feeder is just one tool in your daily routine. Every horse is unique, with its own temperament and needs, and each stable environment and routine differs. So, the effects of a Fluffy Feeder will vary from one situation to another.
Slow feeders have been an essential tool for horse owners, for years now, looking to optimize their equine companions' health and well-being. And it has been essential tool for us also. That is the reason why Heica feeders exists.