"Critter Gitter"

[WilsonAcres]

Has anyone heard of this or used this? we're getting ideas for our chicken coop and already have predator problems {stupid fox

} any input is greatly appreciated

some way..some how I see this thing possibly scaring me more than anything else lol

http://www.wholesalechickencoops.com/critter gitter.html

 

[drumstick diva]

I think if it worked like it sez the world would have beaten a path to their door. I never heard of them(it).

 

[ChicKat]

WilsonAcres,

Hmmm. Interesting idea. The link didn't show me the power source, price or other info. maybe I should have clicked on image.

I have 'solar night eyes'. Solar powered, photovoltaic, magnetic on back, but also have holes for screws.

Only have had chickens since April--- Infact--this is my 3-month anniversary with my chix. No predator attacks. I can say that solar night eyes are very photo sensitive to light up, are very easily charged...charge themselves and last all night long--- dusk to dawn.

If you get crittergetters, and they work for you --> post back. (kind of hard to do a double blind scientific study though, isn't it?)

Good luck out smarting stupid fox.

Wonder what variety of sounds it would emit during the night----and if it would allow you to get any sleep. ;O)

 

[WilsonAcres]

brand new to chickens we've had ducks for a couple years tho only had predator problems the last few months. ...
I also didn't see a price or anything think I may go with the "night eyes" at least I can find info on those

I also wonder exactly what kind of noises it does because our coop is goin right next to our bedroom window and I can just see this thing scaring the poop outta me in the middle of the night

 

[Redcatcher]

When you think of all the "startling audible high pitched sounds" that animals can make as they are being killed, I would think predators can pretty much tune all of that out when they are hungry enough.

 

[chi-rn]

Here are some customer reviews:

http://www.smarthome.com/6110/Amtek-Critter-Gitter/p.aspx

 

[Bear Foot Farm]

Seems many weren't too happy with it.

I'd spend that money towards a good live trap that will last for years and doesn't need batteries

 

[WilsonAcres]

Thank you for all the opinions and help definitely staying with traps and /or night eyes!! this product is such a great idea I wish it worked maybe in a few years when they get all the bugs worked out thanks again guys!