How to Hang a Hay & Grain Wall Feeder

Fresh grain and hay are crucial to livestock health. Using a hay and grain feeder reduces waste and contamination by keeping the feed off the ground and in a position where it is less likely to be contaminated by dust and defecation.

Things You'll Need

  • Feeder
  • Pencil
  • Drill
  • Bolts
  • Nuts
  • Wrench or ratchet
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Instructions

  1. Mounting Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a feeder that does not have sharp edges. This will reduce the possibility of injury if the animal kicks or spooks while in the barn.

    • 2

      Find a suitable location in your stall. The ideal location will be easily accessible to both you and your animal. It should not be near the water trough; this will keep the water from being contaminated with grain dropping from the animal's mouth.

    • 3

      Hold the feeder against wall and mark mounting hole locations with a pencil. Vets recommend mounting the feeder in the horse stall as low as possible to mimic natural browsing. Beware of mounting too low, however, as the risk of contamination from defecation will increase.

    • 4

      Drill pilot holes in the stall wall using the drill. This will make mounting easier.

    • 5

      Hold the feeder in position and use bolts to mount the hay and grain feeder in your stall. Tighten the bolts with the wrench or ratchet until the feeder is secure.