Gallo,
Thank you so much for taking the time to post your reply.
I'll follow your advice.
Your insights concerning the order in which the chickens seem to learn was spot-on for me.
I have a leghorn pullet--harried by my other hens and by far the lowest in the pecking order--that started...
I have tried propping the door open. The result was a squirrel buffet, which was the reason I bought the feeder in the first place (a squirrel deterrent).
Should I therefore let the squirrels feast and feast until the time comes when I can close the door all the way?
I am feeling as though...
Hi!
I have scoured this site looking for a thread explaining how best to train hens to use a treadle feeder. I found nothing in detail.
I now pose the question to you.
What is the best method to train chickens how to use a treadle feeder?
My luck has been nil so far, and I have some hungry...