SmartStep Poultry Feeder - Premier 1 Backyard Chickens

[@WalkerFarmFam]

That’s awesome! Fingers crossed our chicken coop is finished soon.

[@DossFarm]

Hey you’ve got plenty of time with this break! 😃

[@virginiareid5336]

First one of these feeders I've seen. It looks to be a big success.

[@RobertsonsBellyAcres]

That's an awesome feeder! Thanks for showing how to install!

[@DossFarm]

Robertson's Belly Acres Pick one up if you’re in need! I’ve built my own, rigged different kinds here and there, but decided it was time to just get one that’ll last. Super simple. Made in USA. Appreciate it as always! Thanks for watching! 😊

[@jimmyponds5504]

Nice feeder and I may check into buying one. Personally, I wish companies would make the tops with "anti-roostability." I have waterers with flat topped screw on "lids" and invariably there's always one chicken who wants to roost on the handle! ha Perhaps, they could make a cone-shaped top or something?

[@DossFarm]

Fold a piece of sheet metal over the top at a right angle. 📐

[@aliciaernest3480]

Is the one in your videos the 26 pound or 66 pound holder? Have you been happy with the size? We only have 4 birds but I don't like to fill it often.

[@DossFarm]

Alicia Ernest I have the 66. For the price difference it’s a no brainer. You’ll be thankful you did if you don’t like refilling. 👍🏻🙂

[@aliciaernest3480]

Thanks so much. I'll be getting the bigger one.

[@DossFarm]

Great! We love ours still. The chickens too. When you order use the link in the description. 😊 It’s non-affiliate so I don’t earn anything but it shows Premier 1 that you found their feeder from our video. 👍🏻 Many thanks and your chickens will thank you as well!

[@copele]

Great review, it is always a pleasure to create products that really represent a solution. Thanks for taking the time making this video and all your suggestions are more than welcome.

[@DossFarm]

Thank you! It’s a great product indeed! Feel free to share! We have noticed that crumble feed works best and that’s what our chickens prefer so it works out great!

[@copele]

@@DossFarm absolutely, we are going to share it with all our distributors around the world and if you can review more of our products from our friends of Premiere-1 we will be paying attention to your comments and opinions.

[@ReapWhatYouSeauxLeJeune]

Very nice have to check them out . Thanks for sharing

[@DossFarm]

Reap What You Seaux Thanks guys! So far so good. Not for everyone but I needed something really robust for the farm when we’re not there. This fit the bill for sure. Well made & made in 🇺🇸. 🇺🇸

[@DebsWay]

Good one!

[@DossFarm]

Thank ya. 😊 I love new equipment and tools!

[@MySliceOfHeavenoutdoors]

very nice feeder, the chickens caught on quick

[@DossFarm]

My Slice Of Heaven Outdoors They sure did. Now any new birds we get will just do what they see the rest doing and it’s all good! 👍🏻

[@jeanniewright2554]

You can lead a chick to feed....AND you can make them eat!! Hahahahaha!!!!

[@DossFarm]

You flatter me! 😊 A goal in life is to be a chicken whisperer! Maybe I’m getting closer! 😂

[@missi833]

I have a mixed flock of chickens and turkeys and we have a rat problem! Do you think turkeys could use this feeder, or maybe I should opt for a Grandpas Feeder?

[@DossFarm]

My turkeys won’t use this feeder. They’re too tall. Definitely need something else.

[@TheAndiwhiz]

would you recommend the small or large feeder for a flock of 6? Thank you for your video :)

[@DossFarm]

You’re welcome. The smaller one would be fine but all 6 won’t be able to sit on it at the same time. That would be rare though. All 6 wont be able to sit on the larger one at the same time either though but 4 or 5 will vs 2 or 3. Really it comes down to how often do you want to refill it also.

[@franciscogaliannicolas2485]

Nice video

[@DossFarm]

Francisco Galián Nicolás Thank you! 😊

[@Garden-dj9dj]

We bought the smaller version of this feeder and are having problems with the door sticking and not opening when the chicken is on the treadle. We adjusted it to the lowest weight setting and it is still not working. Any suggestions?

[@DossFarm]

We’ve had zero issues with the door and or tray activating when they stand on it. How big are your birds. Pullers won’t be big enough yet. You can also adjust the spring to activate the door for lighter birds. If that doesn’t work I’d email Premier. They’re great and I continue to work with them still.

[@ninaashton9829]

Any problems with the door sticking after this period of time? Many reviews on their site about the problem.

[@DossFarm]

It’s trash. Don’t buy it

[@Mark4WorldPeace]

Be Quick before they Poop on it ! Jango's growing a bit.Very slick feeder and those Birds are gonna take off in growth now

[@DossFarm]

Man they 💩 on everything! Gotta love em though! I hope so! My doe’s are ready for a boyfriend! We just got our egg license and have a local meat market that will sell as many eggs as these gals will lay!

[@dillsadventureinthephilipp1153]

Hidden pines homestead sent me this way. New friend here. Left you this👉🔔☺️

[@DossFarm]

Howdy! I appreciate that very much! 😊 Thank you!

[@Elizabeth_Rojas]

Love it cool🐓🐔🐣👍👀❤❤❤

[@DossFarm]

Elizabeth Rojas Thank ya!

[@JJ-vb1sv]

How did the feeder hold up against rats? I’m looking for a tredel feeder that is actually rat proof. I’ve seen videos of mice in the Grandpa feeders, how have you found this one? Thanks

[@DossFarm]

Worst feeder ever. Didn’t last a year. Springs broke. Pedal broke. Etc.

[@JJ-vb1sv]

@@DossFarm oh no that’s a pain. Did it work to keep rats out before it broke do you think?

[@rmahoney73]

I have been using this feeder for the past week with our 3-month-old chickens. The feed doesn't fill up the trough section in the way that I thought it would, so though the feeder is full, they can't reach it. Any suggestions?

[@DossFarm]

I’m assuming you’re using crumble correct? Pellets don’t slide as well. 3 month old is still a little young. Did you adjust the spring to match the weight? My trough doesn’t fill up as mush as I’d thought either. That’s by design. Keeps it dry. Try putting a scrap piece of wood on top of the step so they can stand on it to reach the food easier. I used a 2x12 scrap. Just make sure the door isn’t open if bad weather is coming in.

[@rmahoney73]

@@DossFarm Got it! Yes, I'm using crumble and adjusted the spring. I'll try the piece of wood to prop them up higher, and if that doesn't work, I'll just wait until they're a little bigger. Thanks!

[@DossFarm]

No worries 😎

[@katconnell556]

I use lay pellets now, because too much crumble was wasted. So, you are using crumble and it isn’t getting wasted out the side and below the feeder? Nice video!

[@philandhannahslittlefarm1464]

Thats a nice feeder... I always make my own and they never look that nice lol!

[@DossFarm]

Millennial Homesteaders - Journey Back to Basics Ha! I’ve done the same and I just got tired of repairing them. This should last longer than me 👍🏻.

[@checkyourbrakes]

Any way to keep raccoons out?

[@MariaDias-fh5uo]

✌👨‍👦‍👦

[@jimmierobinson4985]

We be like nighbors Galena KS.

[@DossFarm]

Jimmie Robinson Indeed we are sir! Welcome and thanks for saying hi! 😊