Sheep Trough

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Sheep Trough Description

The Sheep and Goat Feeder is a metal trough feeder with an included hay rack to make a versatile rack and trough feeder. It comes with a special shield to keep hay off the wool of the sheep and make keeping them clean much easier. It features rounded corners to eliminate sharp edges and make it a very sheep-friendly and “sheep safe” small animal feed bunk. It is also designed to be extremely durable and take abuse from animals, and with its tough powder-coated finish, it is a long-lasting and attractive hay and grain feeder.

Specifications

• 5' long
• 35" high
• 25" wide
• shielded hay feeder

 

Sheep Hay Feeder Details

• The frame is made with a 1.25” x 16-gauge round tube.
• The rack is formed with a 1.25” x 16-gauge tube frame with an 18-gauge sheet steel shield with divider bars.
• The bars are 3/8” round with 3 1/8” spacing between each bar.
• Pan and end panels are 16-gauge sheet steel, hot rolled.
• 145 pounds

Sheep Hay Feeder with Trough and Hay Rack

The Sheep Hay Feeder combines a metal feed trough and built-in hay rack in one practical feeder for sheep and goats. The design provides a convenient place to offer hay, grain, and other feed while helping keep hay contained and away from the animal's wool. Its 5-foot length provides multiple feeding positions, making it a useful choice for small livestock operations, farms, ranches, and homesteads.

A protective shield is built into the hay rack to help prevent loose hay from getting onto the backs and wool of sheep. Keeping hay contained can make feeding areas easier to manage and can help keep animals cleaner while reducing unnecessary hay loss.

Combined Sheep Hay and Grain Feeder

This feeder combines two important feeding functions in one unit. The upper rack holds hay for sheep and goats, while the lower trough provides a convenient area for grain, supplements, or other feed. This rack and trough design makes it possible to provide different types of feed without needing separate feeders.

The 5-foot-long trough provides feeding space for multiple animals and can be positioned in a pasture, pen, barn, or other livestock feeding area. Its compact footprint makes it practical for smaller livestock where a full-size cattle feeder would be unnecessarily large.

Hay Shield Helps Keep Sheep Clean

One of the useful features of this sheep feeder is the shield surrounding the hay rack. The shield is designed to help keep hay from falling onto the wool of sheep as they pull hay from the rack.

For sheep producers, keeping hay out of the fleece can make daily animal care easier. The shield also helps contain loose hay around the feeding area rather than allowing as much material to fall outside the feeder.

Sheep-Friendly Rounded Corners

The feeder is designed with rounded corners to eliminate sharp edges around the feeding area. This provides a smoother surface for sheep and goats as they move around the trough and reach for hay.

The hay rack uses 3/8-inch round bars with 3 1/8-inch spacing between the bars. The rack configuration allows animals to pull hay through the openings while helping keep the bale or loose hay contained.

Heavy-Duty Steel Construction

The sheep feeder is constructed with steel components designed for the daily demands of livestock feeding. The frame uses 1.25-inch, 16-gauge round tubing, while the hay rack includes an 18-gauge sheet steel shield with divider bars.

The pan and end panels are made from 16-gauge hot-rolled sheet steel. The heavy-duty construction provides the strength needed for regular use around active sheep and goats.

Durable Finish for Farm and Ranch Use

The feeder has a durable powder-coated finish that provides a finished appearance while helping protect the steel surfaces during everyday use. The sturdy construction is suited to feeding areas where equipment is exposed to livestock, feed, dirt, and normal farm activity.

At approximately 145 pounds, the feeder has enough weight to provide a stable feeding station while remaining practical for moving with appropriate equipment or several people when repositioning is necessary.

Benefits of the Sheep Hay Feeder

• Combines a hay rack and feed trough in one unit
• Designed for sheep and goats
• 5-foot feeding length
• Built-in shield helps keep hay off sheep's wool
• Suitable for hay, grain, and supplemental feed
• Rounded corners help eliminate sharp edges
• 3/8-inch round hay rack bars
• 3 1/8-inch spacing between rack bars
• Heavy-duty steel construction
• Durable powder-coated finish
• Suitable for pasture, barn, pen, and farm use

Sheep Hay Feeder Specifications

Hay Feeder for Sheep and Goats

Sheep and goats have different feeding needs than cattle and larger livestock, so a feeder designed around their size can make daily feeding more convenient. The lower trough provides access to grain and supplements while the upper rack keeps hay available above the feeding area.

The 35-inch overall height and compact 25-inch width make this feeder suitable for smaller livestock feeding areas. It can be used inside a barn or shed, in a livestock pen, or outdoors where sheep and goats are routinely fed.

Reduce Hay Waste Around the Feeding Area

A properly designed hay rack can help keep more of the feed where animals can reach it. The shielded rack helps contain hay while reducing the amount that falls onto the animal or outside the feeder.

Less hay scattered around the feeding area can mean less cleanup and a more organized livestock feeding space. The lower trough can also catch some loose material that falls from the rack, keeping feed closer to the animals rather than allowing it to spread across the ground.

Practical Feeder for Small Livestock Operations

For sheep and goat owners looking for one feeder that handles both hay and supplemental feed, this rack and trough combination provides a straightforward solution. Its heavy steel construction is designed for regular livestock use, while the rounded corners and shielded hay rack address practical concerns associated with feeding sheep.

Whether used on a small farm, working ranch, homestead, or commercial livestock operation, this sheep hay feeder provides a dedicated feeding station for hay, grain, and supplements while helping keep the feeding area cleaner and more organized.