DIY Goat Feeder

Feeding your goats on the ground is no longer an effective method. It is a waste of all that valuable goat feed. There is also the risk that your goat will ingest worms or other disease-causing organisms. This will in turn translate into huge bills as you look for the vet to take care of your animals. The number of goats you have will determine the size and quantity of goat feeders that you make, but on average plan for at least 1 foot of feeder space for each goat.

Things You'll Need

  • Cedar posts (round shaped such as those used for fencing)
  • Nails, assorted
  • 2-by-4 wood planks
  • Plywood sheet
  • Tape measure
  • Saw
  • Screwdriver
  • Claw hammer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Measure and cut out four pieces of timber of about 3 feet in length each from the 2-by-4 wood planks. They will be used as the lengths of the goat feeder.

    • 2

      Measure and cut out eight pieces of timber about 2 feet in length each from the 2-by-4 wood planks. The depth and width of the feeder will be determined by these pieces.

    • 3

      Build a V-shaped goat feeder frame by joining all the pieces together with nails. You may need an extra pair of hands to help you hold the pieces together as you hammer them into place.

    • 4

      Measure the plywood and cut out pieces corresponding to each of the sides of the goat feeder frame. Each of the pieces should fit snugly into a given side.

    • 5

      Line up the insides of the goat feeder with the pieces of plywood. Secure them in place with small nails.

    • 6

      Choose an area of your compound where the goat feeder is to be placed. This should be a point that is easily accessible as well as clearly visible.

    • 7

      At the chosen site dig holes corresponding to the length of the goat feeder. Put the feeder in place and use its own length to mark out holes before digging.

    • 8

      Place a cedar post in each of the holes and cover the holes with a mixture of sand, cement, ballast and water. Wait for the mixture to dry in order for the posts to be firm.

    • 9

      Mount the feeder between the two posts at approximately 2 feet above the ground. This is essential so that the goats do not stand in and contaminate the feed.