Roamwild PestOff Rat Proof Chicken Feeder Kit - Rat Proof & Large Bird Proof Poultry Feeder - Weather Proof - 4lts / 8lbs Capacity

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The Roamwild Chicken Feeder has a unique spring-loaded feeding port that lets chickens feed easily but will close if a rat attempts to climb on it. The noise of the door closing did make it a bit harder to train flocks but we got around that by training only when the birds were hungry and very motivated. Hello Dear Friends, I have two bits of exciting news to share with you, which can be summed up with Costa’s (host of Gardening Australia) gorgeous smile below… After being a guest presenter on Gardening Australia since 2019, I recently became an official permanent member of their team. As with the corks, use a drill bit that matches the diameter of the shaft so there is room for it to enter the wood yet allow the threads to bite into the wood. Rats in the coop is a problem that many backyard chicken keepers face, and if you’re struggling with it, don’t fear, there is a solution.

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Then of course, you have the problem of handling a live rat, and finding somewhere else for it to go. I recently went to the TV Week Logies with dear Costa, representing the wonderful Gardening Australia.

This is an automatic feeder which means you don’t have to tend them everyday (as long as they have access to fresh water). On the other hand, feeders made from galvanized steel are a better choice if you like to feed your chickens out in the open.

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It is going to save you a lot of money on feed costs b y keep ing the rats, mice, and wild birds from stealing your chicken feed. Although we've never had to, we started to take in the water and food last night and set the trap with what they've been eating all along - chicken crumble - and we had our first rat within 3 hours - our second one this morning - both very large, too. Chickens must insert their heads inside the feeder to access the feed, keeping the feed inside the feeder and keeping rats away. The SuperHandy Automatic Chicken Feeder is made from tough galvanized steel with a weather-sealed lid to keep your flock’s feed fresh and dry. Galvanized steel has a protective zinc coating that protects it from rusting and makes it highly resistant to weather, so you can use it outdoors without worry.It’s more expensive than snap traps, but because it kills the rodent with a burst of air, it’s more humane and leaves less mess for you to clean up.