{"id":49157,"date":"2026-01-29T06:13:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T11:13:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ehorses.com\/magazine\/?post_type=produkttest&p=49157"},"modified":"2026-02-19T03:02:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T08:02:21","slug":"thunderbrook-hay-flakes-review-0126","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ehorses.com\/magazine\/produkttest\/thunderbrook-hay-flakes-review-0126\/","title":{"rendered":"Thunderbrook Hay Flakes in a practical test \u2013 the convenient forage alternative for every day"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Ad: Three horse owners tested Thunderbrook Hay Flakes with seniors and horses with dental issues and shared their honest impressions with us. <\/b>Find out how their horses reacted to the soft-soaking hay flakes and in which everyday situations they proved to be a practical forage alternative.<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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An Initial Conclusion from Our Testers at a Glance<\/h2>

The experience reports show that Thunderbrook Hay Flakes<\/b> provide targeted support for horses as a high-quality forage alternative.<\/p>

Testers highlighted the excellent acceptance<\/b> and the product’s effectiveness as a carrier for supplements<\/b>, which also helped extend feeding times. While one tester noted improved enjoyment compared to traditional beet pulp and a generally healthier impression<\/b>, another emphasized the pure, grain-free ingredients<\/b> and the practical, quick-soaking preparation.<\/p>

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In my experience<\/strong>, Thunderbrook Hay Flakes proved to be a useful forage alternative<\/strong>, especially for mixing supplements and extending eating time, with good overall acceptance.<\/h3>

Packaging:<\/strong><\/p>

The packaging<\/strong> was good, well labelled, and the instructions were clear<\/strong> and easy to follow.<\/p>

It would have been nice to have more information about the grass <\/strong>species and herbs included. As someone interested in balancing vitamins and minerals according to forage analysis, I would also have appreciated an analysis <\/strong>sheet, especially when using the product as a hay replacer.<\/p>

I have several horses with intolerances<\/strong> and sensitive stomachs and really like that this product consists of pure grass and herbs, with no grain<\/strong>, fillers, or alfalfa.<\/p>

The contents:<\/strong><\/p>

When opening the bag, the flakes had a pleasant<\/strong> sweet smell. When tipping them into the feed bin, I noticed they were somewhat dusty<\/strong>. However, as the product is soaked before feeding, this did not pose a problem.<\/p>

The flakes soaked well into a mash<\/strong>. I did find that it took longer than the stated 5 minutes for them to become completely soft<\/strong>, and I ended up soaking them for around 15 minutes.<\/p>

All six of my horses enjoyed the taste<\/strong>, more so than the beet pulp I usually feed. I also noticed that it took them a little longer to chew the hay flakes, which extended their eating <\/strong>time. This was especially beneficial for my two small ponies who tend to eat too quickly.<\/p>

One pony with EMS<\/strong> developed raised pulses after around three days of feeding. As a precaution, I removed the product from her diet, after which her pulses returned to normal. The other five horses showed no signs of footiness<\/strong> or digestive upset during the trial.<\/p>

I mainly used the product as a carrier<\/strong> for supplements, and it worked very well. The supplements mixed easily and were well disguised in the mash.<\/p>

I would definitely use the hay flakes again in the future<\/strong> and would recommend them as a very useful feed product.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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From our perspective<\/strong>, Thunderbrook Hay Flakes offered high quality<\/strong> and good acceptance, with some limitations depending on dental considerations.<\/h3>

Thank you very much for the Thunderbrook Hay Flakes. We truly appreciate being included in your test panel.<\/p>

For the mini shetlands<\/strong> we were able to feed this product to, the Thunderbrook Hay Flakes were received very well, with positive reactions<\/strong>. All ponies that could eat it finished their feed completely.<\/p>

From our point of view, the product is quick<\/strong> to soak and the quality is, as always, very high. This is exactly what we expect from Thunderbrook, as you have consistently shown dedication to producing high-quality<\/strong> products.<\/p>

However, following our vet\u2019s advice<\/strong> regarding chaff and diastemas, we are unable to recommend this product for all of our minis. That said, we have still tagged you in our Facebook <\/strong>photos with positive comments featuring the ponies that were able to eat the product without issue.<\/p>

Thank you once again for your continued support<\/strong> and consideration.<\/p>

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For our mare, Thunderbrook Hay Flakes have been an ideal hay replacement, combining easy preparation, high fibre, and excellent acceptance for a senior horse with dental challenges.<\/strong><\/h3>

Hi, we’ve been loving the Hay Flakes! I hope the following feedback helps:<\/p>

My mare Molly is 28 years old and can no longer manage to chew hay<\/strong> or long, coarse forage. We’ve tried various hay replacers in the past, but it\u2019s been difficult to find one that is nutritious, high <\/b>in fiber, and keeps her interested without her getting bored quickly.<\/p>

After trying Thunderbrook Hay Flakes, I can say they definitely tick all the boxes<\/b>. They are incredibly convenient and quick<\/b> to prepare; by the time I\u2019ve brought her in from the field, the mash is ready to eat. It is very easy for her to chew, and she clearly finds it very tasty<\/b>.<\/p>

Everyone at the yard has noticed the difference! They often mention how energetic <\/b>Molly is and how beautiful<\/b> her coat looks since we switched to this feed. There is even a bit of a ‘competition<\/strong>‘ between Molly and her field companion, Milly, over who gets the last bit in the bucket.<\/p>

It\u2019s a fantastic<\/strong> product. We will definitely be feeding Thunderbrook Hay Flakes from now on. Molly and her friends are looking forward to many more delicious <\/b>mashes to come!<\/p>

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Convinced?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Thunderbrook Hay Flakes<\/strong><\/a> provide targeted support for horses with dental issues<\/strong>, limited feed intake, or as a forage alternative \u2013 ensuring healthy digestion and improved well-being<\/strong>. These hay flakes soak quickly and are easy to integrate into your daily routine.<\/p>\n

The key benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n