So I use a 15 oz bag and I soak it in warm water then I drain and let it sit. The aroma really starts to kick in and my big boy comes running. Of course it's cheaper to buy in bulk but I don't care this plus some spring mix and mazzurri and of course weeds is how Jessie got so big and strong. I give him a bag every day and he eats the whole bag in one sitting, there is more hay then you think in that bag. Just thought it's worth a try if your struggling with the hay thing.