🐓 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Chicken Feeder (and Why the Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder Rules the Roost!)

When it comes to keeping chickens, feed is usually your biggest ongoing cost—so the feeder you choose is a much bigger deal than most people realise. The wrong feeder can lead to wasted feed, unhappy hens, and even some uninvited “guests” hanging around your coop. But don’t worry—we’ll help you dodge the most common mistakes AND show you why the Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder might just be the chicken keeper’s best friend.

❌ Mistake 1: Going Too Small

A feeder that can’t hold enough feed means you’ll constantly be refilling it (and your flock will constantly be nagging you). Chickens like consistency, and they don’t want to wait for dinner service. A properly sized feeder like the Feed-o-Matic, which comes in different sizes, keeps your chooks fed and saves you endless trips to the coop.

❌ Mistake 2: Ignoring the Weather Factor

Rain + feed = soggy porridge your hens won’t touch. Even worse, it can go moldy. Many basic feeders don’t protect against the weather, leaving you with wasted food and cranky birds. The Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder has a clever lid that only opens when a chicken steps on the treadle—keeping feed dry and fresh no matter what the weather throws at you. 🌦️

❌ Mistake 3: Overlooking Waste Control

Chickens are natural scratchers. Give them an open trough of feed and they’ll scatter it everywhere just for fun. That’s money (and patience) flying straight into the dirt. The Feed-o-Matic solves this by only opening when a chicken is eating—so no more scratching, no more flicking, no more piles of wasted feed underfoot.

❌ Mistake 4: Forgetting About Pests

Rats and wild birds are smart—and they love free chicken feed. An open feeder is basically an “All You Can Eat” buffet for every critter in the neighbourhood. The Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder is rodent- and wild-bird-proof, because it only opens when the weight of a chicken is on the treadle. Clever, right? 🐀🚫

❌ Mistake 5: Picking Something Flimsy

Plastic feeders might seem cheap and cheerful, but they often don’t last long—especially when your chickens get curious (or bossy). The Feed-o-Matic is made from strong, durable galvanized steel. Translation: this thing is built to last, even with the roughest flock members.

🏆 Why the Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder is the Best

• ✅ Weatherproof design keeps feed fresh and dry

• ✅ Stops waste and mess (saving you $$$)

• ✅ Rodent- and wild bird-proof

• ✅ Built tough to last years

• ✅ Available in sizes to suit small or large flocks

With a Feed-o-Matic Treadle Feeder, you’re not just buying a feeder—you’re investing in peace of mind, healthier hens, and a cleaner coop.

So don’t let feeder mistakes ruffle your feathers. Give your chickens the best, and they’ll reward you with happy clucks and plenty of fresh eggs. 🥚🐔

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