HAY

[Deleted member 1169]

I have heard hay can go off, is this true ? :

Hay doesnt have moister to make it go mouldy or anything so how can it go off if it can go off ? :-\

 

[Jane]

I think if you keep it in a plastic bag the bag could get like..that damp stuff that forms on the inside (the name of which I've totally forgotten..ahh xx0) could create mould?

 

[Racheylcg]

Yep hay can go mouldy from moisture in the air, and when it goes mouldy it can be very toxic for unsuspecting piggies, so use a clip on the bag and always give it a quick sniff before giving the pigs it- it will smell very strongly musky if it is off. I had a mouldy bag last week and I almost didnt realise.

 

[karenrgpr]

Hay kept in plastic bags might 'sweat' if there is any moisture present- also hydrating for lice.
Hay can also be dusty which I consider to be 'off'.

 

[goldilocks]

I keep mine in the bag it comes in from P@H is that ok? Normally lasts bout 5 - 7 days.

 

[karenrgpr]

As long as it doesn't get hot/damp and is kept in a dark place.