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Perky Pet 102 Easy Feeder Review

Perky Pet 102 Easy Feeder
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While I like the look of this bird feeder very much: appreciate how much seed/fruit/nuts it holds: and am amazed at the amount of birds it attracts, (perhaps because of it's size and color) we're not crazy about what else it attracts. This product states that it's squirrel proof. Not only is it not squirrel proof (since we go outside to find squirrels hanging from the side of the feeder and emptying it quite quickly)but it also seems to attract and feed rats. cringe worthy, but true....we evidently have a rat family living underneath our pond. They climb up the tree, across the branches and hang off the side of the feeder as well, having no trouble eating their breakfast, lunch or dinner. They have good taste because we only use high grade nuts, fruits & berries in the feeder. At first we couldn't figure out how a feeder of such large size could be empty within 4 or 5 days. Perhaps the "cage" around the feeder needs to be moved a bit further away from the holes in the inner plastic feed holder so animals can't reach it? In any event, the feeder does it's job and we've now become avid bird watchers in our own back yard. A bit of a redesign might be in order.

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The Perky-Pet Easy Feeder features a wire barrier that protects against squirrel damage and a 4 lb. seed capacity. This squirrel-proof feeder is inch-for-inch the best in the business at keeping squirrels out and letting birds in! The clear seed container makes it easy to monitor the seed level. A uniquely engineered removable seed cartridge makes for easy refilling and cleaning. Remember to clean your feeder once every two weeks with mild soap and water solution. Pole mount or hang. The clear seed containers make it easy to monitor the seed levels and provide for ease of refilling and cleaning. Remember to clean your feeder once every two weeks with mild soap and water solution. Hang mount. Perky-Pet Wild Bird Feeder models lure the bird in pursuit of seed providing you with hours of joy as random wild birds flock to feed at your house.

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Perky Pet 449-2 Oriole Feeder Review

Perky Pet 449-2 Oriole Feeder
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Orioles readily take nectar from my 8 oz. Perky-Pet Four Fountains hummingbird feeders, and can quickly empty them.Buying larger hummingbird feeders was not entirely satisfactory since all have feeding ports which exclude non-hummers.I got this Opus oriole feeder so the orioles would have their own large capacity feeder.

My feeder has springy buttons in the nectar ports which act as bee guards. (Note: The image on this page differs slightly from the feeder I received.)Initially the orioles and hummers explored the feeder but were unable to figure out the bee guards.After a few days I removed the bee guards, which involved undoing a few screws, and thereafter both orioles and hummers used the feeder.

The feeder disassembles into three parts: the clear plastic reservoir bottle and the two parts of the orange base.The bottom of the base houses the adjustable perches.If you submerge your feeder to clean it, this part will require some shaking and draining, but this is a minor matter.All parts of the base which touch the nectar are readily accessible for cleaning.

This is a good feeder for those crunch times when a lot of nectar is being consumed, but the orioles really prefer the Perky-Pets.Finally, _I_ really prefer a glass reservoir and just couldn't give five stars to a feeder without one.

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The Oriole's appearance was a brillant flash against the landscape-..and what way to attract them to your garden than with our 32 ounce oriole feeder. It's exclusive two-position perch adjusts to feed all varieties of orioles.It's patented bee guard lets bird feed, keeps birds out.Four feeding stations allows for fine dining. It comples complete with a free oriole identification chart

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Squirrel Stopper Liberty Universal Squirrel Stopper Baffle Review

Squirrel Stopper Liberty Universal Squirrel Stopper Baffle
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climb up into the baffle and popped the top piece off that closed the open hole on the top and slipped through the top of the baffle. The baffle comes with several of these depending on the thickness of your pole which one you use. My husband had wondered about this piece from day one if this was too flimsy and could be pushed off by the squirrels and sure enough they finally figured it out.We bought ours directly from the makers of this baffle and I emailed them about two days ago and haven't heard back. Some how I feel we aren't the only ones to discover this. We will have to do one of two things now. Either put a thicker ABS over the pole so there is no need to use the piece they push off to cover the gap or some how secure the top piece so it can not be just pushed off. We were very disappointed to see the squirrel on top of the birdfeeder and I think we spent like $60.00 some for ours a year ago.
Update 6-14-10 Well finally got ahold of Dr. Kim Sena who owns and founder of this and he sent me more gaskets and I tried the smaller gasket that is more snug against the pole. It has been about 1 month and the squirrel not only chewed the gasket off but also the hard plastic top cover pieces. So now not even a replacement gasket will fit on the top of the baffle. I emailed Kim back and have yet to hear back from it and it has been several days. He says this is the first time this has happened but some how it is hard to believe my squirrels are that much smarter than the garden variety squirrels. One thing that might work or at least for awhile is to stuff hardware cloth up into the baffle to prevent squirrel from climbing up inside to chew on the gaskets. You may want to try their more expense Squirrel Stopper with slick metal pole that probably prevents them from climbing the pole in the first place.

Update 6-17-10 got an email back from Dr. Sena and he will send me another baffle and he wants to keep in touch and try to figure a way to prevent squirrels from circumventing this baffle.

Update:7-30-10 We have stuffed hardware cloth up into the baffle and it seems to keep the squirrels out so far.

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Squirrel Stopper Universal baffle comes in two halves so it fits around any existing post system (including shepherd's hooks), round or square, up to 2 inches diameter. Uses our patented spring technology, so baffle moves up and down and side to side when squirrel tries to climb it. Guaranteed to stop squirrels!

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Squirrel Stopper 32 oz. Trigger Review

Squirrel Stopper 32 oz. Trigger
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Smells pretty good, but it doesn't keep squirrels away.I've sprayed it on and around my bird feeders twice now and had squirrels on the feeders within 24 hours.

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Messina Wildlife's Squirrel Stopper is an effective, pleasant smelling, liquid squirrel and chipmunk repellent for use on all bulbs, soil, birdseed and feeders to prevent foraging and burrowing by squirrels and chipmunks. The Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) lists Squirrel Stopper for use by organic growers and may be used on fruits and vegetables. Squirrel Stopper is applied approximately every 30 days, regardless of weather and watering.  Squirrel Stopper dries clear and odor free in about 20 minutes and will not wash off after a heavy rain. Squirrel Stopper can be used around building structures, directly to burrows or even on garbage cans and storage areas to prevent animal intrusion.  Do not apply Squirrel Stopper to plants as burning may occur. This product is not available in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Kentucky, Nevada, New Mexico.

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Bird Lovers Blend No Squirrels Bird Food, 7.5 Lbs Review

Bird Lovers Blend No Squirrels Bird Food, 7.5 Lbs
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Like most bird enthusiasts, I'm SO SICK of squirrels.They're always hanging on--and damaging--my feeders, and they deter birds too.And, of course, they devour my seed so I wind up buying 5 pounds of seed, 4 1/2 of which goes to the resident furry-tailed rats!

So I bought this in a move of desperation.If this hadn't worked, I was prepared to take my feeders down--no fewer than SIX squirrels were hanging off of, or under, my feeders, and it's a full time job for me and my dog to keep them away!I can't claim there are NEVER squirrels around my feeders.Since switching to this food, I have yet to see a single squirrel actually hanging from my feeders.They will, however, eat the stuff that's fallen on the ground underneath (I'm sure there's some "old" food down there that they liked too).I've got a decent amount of property, so I've noticed what's also helping is to buy some bulk dried corn to put out for the squirrels elsewhere on the property--the squirrels (AND other, new birds we haven't seen here before!) hang out at the corn, and my feeder is spared the company and damage of squirrel mouths.

I'm pretty pleased.I give it four stars only because the squirrels aren't completely deterred--but they're definitely not hanging on my feeders, and they're definitely not spending nearly as much time here as they were with my old food mix.

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This mix was designed to keep pesky squirrels out of the feeders. We ve blended in spicy chili powder to coat the seed and added crushed hot red peppers. We ve used premium white safflower seeds that squirrels find bitter-tasting but birds love.White Proso Millet, Safflower Seeds And Crushed Chili Peppers.

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Woodstream 104 Squirrel-Proof Feeder Review

Woodstream 104 Squirrel-Proof Feeder
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Love this feeder. Squirrels can hang on it, but can only get a few seeds at a time.

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Squirrels Dilemma, high impact poly resin seed reservoir is surrounded by powder coated wire to prevent squirrles from chewing seed ports and destroying the feeder. Birds can reach seed through the wire openings, while clinging to the wire guard. Seed cap

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Opus 51092 Fortress Bird Shelter Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Review

Opus 51092 Fortress Bird Shelter Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder
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I've had this feeder for several years. It's the most widely used feeder I have other than the thistle feeder.This feeder keeps the red winged black birds and other "seed hogs" from eating all of the seed, but allows the smallest birds such as finches to eat.It only takes a few days for the finches to figure out how to get under the cover. Once they do, they'll use this feeder more than others.It also keeps snow and rain out of the seed (a big plus in Minnesota).

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Keep your backyard birds fed while guarding their seed from squirrels with the Opus Fortress Bird Shelter Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder. The large plastic cover protects your smaller songbirds while they are feeding. The weight sensitive design of this feeder allows small songbirds to dine on mixed seed, but the feeding stations close when a larger animal attempts to perch on the base. The 2.25 pound capacity keeps the feeder full longer, eliminating repetitive trips to refill it and the cap twists on securely, preventing squirrels from lifting it and stealing seed. The large roof also prevents moisture from rotting the seed. The cap and base are both metal to prevent squirrels from chewing on them. The rich brown color blends with your outdoor decor for a beautiful accent season after season. Use the included, 7 inch long cable to hang this feeder from a tree or hook. Feed the birds and not the squirrels with the Fortress Bird Shelter Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder.

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Squirrel-Be-Gone Bird Feeding Tube - 8 lb Review

Squirrel-Be-Gone Bird Feeding Tube - 8 lb
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We have this feeder and although things started off looking good, they quickly changed. At first the squirrels would try to feed and the mechanism worked well and the leaves covered the feeding holes. The squirrels left and we thought all was good. Then we noticed they were staying around more. I took a close look at it and guess what, they have chewed the plastic around the feeding hole so that now it is larger than the leaf covers. They can eat to their heart's content. Also, chipmunks do not weigh enough to make the mechanism work. From day one, the chipmunks were able to feast to their hearts content. The idea behind this feeder is good. However they need to put metal around the holes. That would make it more squirrel proof, however, chipmunks could still feast. Don't waste your money on this one, unless the manufacturer starts to put metal around the holes.

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Rustic treatment of the metalwork makes for classic look of patina on this feeder. Features 6 feeding ports that allow birds to feed but closes with a squirrels' weight on perch or any part of the sliding, outer protective metal frame. With squirrel's weight on feeder, leaves cover feeding ports, preventing it from feeding.

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Perky Pet 104 Evenseed Squirrel Dilemma, 4 lb capacity Review

Perky Pet 104 Evenseed Squirrel Dilemma, 4 lb capacity
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Picture by customer is the correct one.This is a nice metal/plastic feeder.The multiple level gives this feeder interest.And I've seen this feeder at Lowe's (their brand name) and at Target (Perky Pet) for $24-28.

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The Perky-Pet® Evenseed Squirrel Dilemma features a wire barrier that protects against squirrel damage, three separate seed compartments allowing for three different seed types to attract different types of birds, a wire barrier that protects against squirrel damage and a four lb. seed capacity. The innovative design of this feeder provides a unique option within the industry. The tower style with three separate seed bays adds to the endless bevy of options Perky-Pet® continues to provide the birding public-keeping squirrels out and letting birds in! The clear seed containers make it easy to monitor the seed levels and provide for ease of refilling and cleaning. Remember to clean your feeder once every two weeks with mild soap and water solution. Hang mount. Perky-Pet® is your 'one source' for all bird feeding needs. We offer the finest quality in wild bird feeding products and accessories. Perky-Pet® Wild Bird Feeder models lure the bird in pursuit of seed—providing you with hours of joy as random wild birds flock to feed at your house.

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Perky Pet 5110PP Fortress® Breakaway Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Review

Perky Pet 5110PP Fortress® Breakaway Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder
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It holds a lot of seed but it is NOT squirrel proof! The squirrels in my yard needed a mere week to chew off the plastic rest that allows for the metal baffle to come off completely! I cannot be completely against it, maybe I have genius squirrels, it may work for some people depending on the deviousness of your furry thieves.

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Features four feeding ports, a 3.5 lb. seed capacity and an easy-fill wide mouth top.The perches 'break away' under the weight of a squirrel and the seed ports shut simultaneously, as a result.This model is for hang mounting and features a quick release metal top.The clear plastic reservoir makes it easy to monitor seed levels. Remember to clean your squirrel proof birdfeeder at least twice a week with a mild soap and water solution.

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Heritage Farms Vista Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Review

Heritage Farms Vista Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder
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Great feeder - I did a lot of research about squirrel-proof options, and this one has been great.Bought two - one for me and one for my dad, and we both love it.Attracts tons of birds, looks good, easy to fill and maintain, and really does keep out the squirrels.Highly recommend!

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Mixed seed Squirrel Proof Feeder. Adjustable weight setting on spring operated perch closes access to seed.

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Brome Squirrel Buster Finch Feeder Review

Brome Squirrel Buster Finch Feeder
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Squirrels are absolutely baffled by this feeder!They scavenge under the feeder, but cannot get food FROM the feeder.I highly recommend this product.

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Feed thistle to your finches and goldfinches without squirrels pilfering the seed using the Brome Squirrel Buster Finch Feeder. This innovative feeder has a two year warranty against squirrel damage and offers a weight sensitive design crafted to deter larger animals without harming them. A metal mesh shroud surrounds the clear plastic seed tube, creating clinging areas for your birds. Perches at the four bottom ports offer a resting spot for birds, while the four upper ports are accessed by clinging onto the wire. When a larger animal, such as squirrel, lands on the feeder, the shroud lowers over the ports so they are not able to reach the seed. The design of the seed tube also features a ventilation system, which allows warm air and humidity to escape from holes at the top of the feeder, while fresh air enters through the seed ports. This keeps the thistle seed fresh, helping to attract more birds. The tube holds 2.1 pounds of thistle seed for a generous feeding station. A green, metal cap protects the seed from excess moisture and a wire hanger enables the unit to be hung from a bracket or branch. The "negative grip" cover on the hanger disallows squirrels from outsmarting the mechanism - they slip off rather than grabbing the hanging wire with their feet and reaching the seed with their front paws. Hang the feeder at least 16 inches away from a secure foothold for squirrels. Delight the finches in your area with this Squirrel Buster Finch Feeder.

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Heritage Farms Absolute II Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder Review

Heritage Farms Absolute II Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder
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We are looking for another feeder, so when I got to this page I thought I would tell you why this is the one we're going to purchase.

We got our first `7536' feederover 10 years and we still like it.For one thing it holds an entire grocery store size bag of sunflower seeds and for anotherthe birds love it.Frequently both sides are filled with our feathered friends while there are others waiting in the tree for their turn.[Thus our interest in another feeder.]

Presently we have Chickadees, Nuthatches, Cardinals, House sparrows, Wrens, Gold finches, the occasional flicker and small woodpecker visiting.When we lived it Texas it was convenient to exclude those pesky, though attractive, jays.

Initially I think (okay--my memories a little faded after a decade!) it did keep the squirrels at bay, but that hasn't been the case for many years.In fact, our local `free-range' squirrel has the glossiest coat you can imagine.But we don't really care as he is so jealous of the feeder that he keeps other intruders away.

The lapse in squirrel-proof-ness is probably due to years of collected grime and dust that clog the springs.That and just the passage of time.

Four Stars.Our feeder is doing just fine after 10 years.I think the other reviewer is wrong in saying that this feeder is available for less money.I think what he has seen is the one sided version of this same feeder.I say this because we have searched around a bit in order to save money.

And about the squirrels--we saw a PBS special one time that showed what a gray squirrel would actually do for lunch. They had these squirrels climbing, jumping, and riding in little wagons through a long tube to get to a bird feeder.I concluded after watching those experiments that `proofing' was a ridiculous notion.LOL.

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Mixed seed Squirrel proof Feeder. Adjustable weight setting on spring operated perch closes access to seed.

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Brome 1055 Squirrel Buster Mini Review

Brome 1055 Squirrel Buster Mini
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I purchased this product because the squirles were eating all my bird seed. I was happy with the product and it was easy to assemble, fill and hang. My only complaint is that in order for it to be 100% squirel proof it needs to be hung at least 18 inches from the nearest post. My hanger only has about 12 inches of clearance, so it's not 100% squirrel proof in my situation, but it still cuts down on the amount they can reach, and my seed that used to be gone in 2 days has lasted over 2 weeks now. It would have been helpful to have that stipulation on the outside of the box instead of only on the insert inside the bos, or else I would have taken that into consideration in my purchase. On the whole I am happy with the purchase.

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The Squirrel Buster Mini is guaranteed to be squirrel proof. Openings in the bottom of the metal mesh shroud are aligned with the seed tray and allow birds access to the seed. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the seed tray. Squirrels are shut out but not harmed in any way. The negative grip tube is part of our patented technology. It prevents squirrels from grabbing the wire hanger with their hind legs, hanging down alongside the feeder, and defeating the closing mechanism. Both perching and clinging birds love this feeder. The seed ports have perches for the perching birds but the metal mesh shroud also offers a large clinging area. Because of the combined perching and clinging surfaces, you will find an enhanced level of bird activity with the Squirrel Buster Mini. The feeder also features a patented Seed Tube Ventilation System to keep birds healthy. Transparent seed tubes are like greenhouses, they trap solar energy. Traditional seed tube cover designs block the escape of heated air. The patented Seed Tube Ventilation System in Squirrel Buster Mini permits humidity and hot air to escape through vents at the top of the feeder. The escaping hot air is replaced with fresh air entering the seed ports and openings on the bottom of the seed tube. The seed stays fresher and attracts more birds.

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Brome 1015 Squirrel Buster Classic Review

Brome 1015 Squirrel Buster Classic
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No, maybe squirrels can't get inside the feeder, but they don't have to. All they have to do is shake it or set it to swinging, and seed goes all over the place. Then they take what seeds they want out of the resulting mess and leave the rest to rot. They can trash a feeder's worth of seed within a week. I'll be looking for yet another feeder as soon as I can afford it.

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The patented Squirrel Buster technology is truly squirrel proof. Thousands of delighted bird lovers have confirmed it. The Squirrel Buster Classic has openings in the wire grid that align with the seed ports and provide birds access to the seed. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the grid down, closing access to the seed ports. Squirrels and many large birds are foiled but not harmed in any way.

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