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

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When the ground is frozen, natural food sources like worms and insects are even harder to come by, so our feathered friends depend more on bird feeders for vital calories and energy,' says Eric. There are plenty of ways to protect your bird feeder from rats and squirrels, such as putting out just enough seed mix, adding in flavours that rodents don't like (such as hot pepper or peppermint), keeping the floor clean, and storing bird feed securely. Some feed types can become clogged more easily than others in this feeder, meaning it will need to be shaken or dumped First off, you’ll need to take several steps to make your property as unappealing as possible to a couple of rats looking to eat, sleep, and mate. Step 2: Take Away Their Home

In the long run, preventing rodent infestation relies on a combination of good coop management, preventative measures and feed management. A good mouser is your best defense against a looming rat population. Not only do cats hunt and kill rats, but the scent of cats on your property will help to convince rodents not to make a home there. Please note that when described as Vermin-Resistant we refer to rats and mice as vermin, not squirrels, who are not (mostly) considered to be vermin.Hanging your bird feeders on a sturdy branch higher up the tree will deter them to a degree, as they are less likely to climb in search of food.' They are known to be carriers of a number of horrific things such as fleas, mites, plague, salmonella, hantavirus and hemorrhagic fever. Did I get that point across? Okay, now let’s investigate how you’re feeding the rats. Collect Eggs Frequently

While these smells are unappealing to rodents, birds can’t actually taste them, so sprinkling a little cayenne pepper into your bird feeders, for example, will act as an additional deterrent.' 5. Install feeders out of reach If your coop is made of wood or has a dirt floor, you’re likely to get rats chewing or digging their way into your coop at night. If you have the option to build the coop from scratch, build it up off the ground at least a foot to make it harder for rats to hide and enter the coop. Alternately, make your coop floor out of poured cement. Buying a feeder that prevents birds from raking the feed onto the ground. A waste-reducing feeder is worth far more in the fight against rodents than a rat-proof one! Rats don’t love raw eggs, they prefer for you to cook them first, but they will steal and eat them if they have nothing else to eat.The run in question was perfect for the trial as there have been a number of rooks dropping in for breakfast after I had put the feeders out in the mornings. I was taking the feeders in because I had spotted mouse droppings on the ground near my feeders. Perfect timing I would say to test out a Grandpa’s Feeder! Settingup the feeder They will never, and I mean never leave if you continue to provide food for them. You can trap and poison them by the thousands, but more will come if there’s still food. If you feed them, they will come. Now, if you’re like us, and your lazy good-for-nothing cat would rather play with rats than hunt them, move onto the next step. Set traps These days, with sophisticated, non-toxic, humane rat traps available, unless you aren’t able to control large numbers of rats, or they are endangering people, then I believe rodenticides should not be used.

Rodents are competent climbers, so they can and will scale trees and poles to access bird feeders,' says Eric.You can also use an electric style trap, sometimes called rat zappers.. This trap is more expensive but considered a more humane option, and less messy to clean up than the classic snap traps. You can also invest in a rodent-proof number, such as the popular Guardian with 4-Port Seed Feeder, which provides protection for both birds and their food. Apart from the risk of diseases that rats can carry, they will gnaw holes in feed bins and poultry houses to reach food, and if they reach it, they will often contaminate it with droppings and urine. Local Councils have powers to ensure that rodent control is carried out and may serve enforcement notices on landowners. Councils can carry out the works required directly and charge the costs to the owner. VERMIN PROOF - Not just 100% Rat proof poultry feeder, also mouse & large bird proof. HYGENIC & NO MORE NEED FOR RAT POISON

It's good to be generous, but it doesn't do to be too generous with your bird food – especially if you want to protect your bird feeder from rats and squirrels. Even if you have hanging feeders and water founts, the rats can access them because they can jump and climb very easily. Three ways to protect food and water from rats:While we’re on the topic of traps, please never, ever resort to using glue traps. This is hands down the most inhumane and cruel way to get rid of a pest. Rats are most likely to enter through corners or places where the walls meet the floor or ceiling. Fill and cover holes Try different baits: while there are some things rats find irresistible (list further below) sometimes it’s better to use the SAME food that they have been used to feeding on. I’m going to say this right at the start: beware the use of poisons. This should be your last resort if nothing else is working. I know it seems like an easy fix to a big problem, but using poison to get rid of rodents could lead to bigger problems down the road.