Has anyone had trouble with the bottom right flexible metal getting stuck in the feed dogs?
144502
No, mine worked fine. But I found out after that my machine has this built in. I thought it was more like what a serger would look like.
391212
I have a feeding matt with a rubberized backing underneath the feeder and it stays in place. The bowl to the feeder is held pretty firmly by the feeder itself, but try setting the feeder on a matt with a rubberized backing. Hope this helps.
283431
Well, my dog did unfortunately (she's a beagle, so pretty determined/always hungry by nature)! Sometimes I found it knocked over, and the lid had stayed locked, but there were a few times she managed to tip it and I assume the lock knocked against something, and popped. The lid opened, and chaos followed...depends how persistent the dog is really...if they keep at it, chances are they'll get lucky on occasion.
2074383
I also have stainless steel. We have a English bulldog who is was very determines to get it out of the bowl... once she figured out she could, it was all over!
2199532
Hi, I have never had that problem....but if it happened I would use a coated spatula and slide it under to release...I love mine...in fact, I have two....good luck
1318332
I have squirrels in the yard but they have not bothered it as of yet. I don't see them chewing through the stainless steel mesh, but if they knock it down of course it would spill out. It is not a screw on cap. Just goes down onto feeder. I will certainly update when and if a squirrel attempts to dislodge this feeder.
1787842
My dog, an Australian shepherd, got the lid off almost immediately the first time I tried it. Duct taping the lid down after filling it worked to prevent that at first, but by the 3rd use he had managed to work out how to tear off the duct tape. Also the first time out he broke the tab on the cover that closes off the opening before the first feeding, which is rather flimsy. So not really good for a tenacious dog who likes his food and is home on his own with nothing better to do that to spend all day working on getting at it.Its a pity because I do like it otherwise. Next time I'll probably use it just for some treats and use a separate kibble dispenser for his meals. My dog, an Australian shepherd, got the lid off almost immediately the first time I tried it. Duct taping the lid down after filling it worked to prevent that at first, but by the 3rd use he had managed to work out how to tear off the duct tape. Also the first time out he broke the tab on the cover that closes off the opening before the first feeding, which is rather flimsy. So not really good for a tenacious dog who likes his food and is home on his own with nothing better to do that to spend all day working on getting at it.Its a pity because I do like it otherwise. Next time... » Read More My dog, an Australian shepherd, got the lid off almost immediately the first time I tried it. Duct taping the lid down after filling it worked to prevent that at first, but by the 3rd use he had managed to work out how to tear off the duct tape. Also the first time out he broke the tab on the cover that closes off the opening before the first feeding, which is rather flimsy. So not really good for a tenacious dog who likes his food and is home on his own with nothing better to do that to spend all day working on getting at it.Its a pity because I do like it otherwise. Next time I'll probably use it just for some treats and use a separate kibble dispenser for his meals. « Show Less
1287581
Ive had no problems what so ever in regards to it getting stuck, and Ive had to remold several times. If it did happen to seriously get stuck, which it probably wont, especially if you follpw the instructions it comes with,all youd have to do is get a mouthfull of as hot of water you can stand and that would loosen the material.
1855886
Well, they won't get in from above as the top locks on, though isn't air tight. The food is dispensed with a turning mechanism, but not air right either. If your pet leaves food in the tray, that might attract ants. Hope my answer is helpful.
1329831
Having just recently purchased two 32 ounce feeders from this company, To date I have no issues with leaking.. Obviously, you've contacted the company regarding the leaking? Sorry, can't assist you further..
401941
I have 2 15-17 pounders who use it. One top end of one cardboard tubes did break and I replaced it with PVC, this was fairly early on too, and I broke another myself when I fell and was foolish enough to grab it. So it could break under your smaller guys too if they use it a lot. Mine kind of hang off the platform as they go up and down which strained the tube. The third has been fine but it is jammed in the corner and partly under a small ledge so it has extra support.As for tipping though I have had no problems.
147609
I have three cats using this feeder, I have not had any problems with food getting stuck. I use Purina Indoor cat chow. The food flows freely, but it does not fill the bowl completely, but there is always food in the feed bowl. I also don't fill it up completely, I usually only fill about 1/3 of the way.
401943
I have 2 15-17 pounders who use it. One top end of one cardboard tubes did break and I replaced it with PVC, this was fairly early on too, and I broke another myself when I fell and was foolish enough to grab it. So it could break under your smaller guys too if they use it a lot. Mine kind of hang off the platform as they go up and down which strained the tube. The third has been fine but it is jammed in the corner and partly under a small ledge so it has extra support. As for tipping though I have had no problems.
1403434
With the smaller insert That locks in place & adjusts the food output I would say no in case they were able to get that loose. Not to say I haven't accidentally left it out over night to wake up to one of our two dogs trying to get the last of the food out the other left behind, but he's also not a huge chewer
1868664
Sorry, I can't really help you. I didn't have that problem during the short period of time my feeder was in use. It was destroyed by a hungry bear shortly after I installed it! I guess if there is a space where a small bird could get into the feeder, it's a possibility. It's been quite a while since I had my feeder, so I don't remember much about it. You might want to call the Perky Pets folks -- they might be able to shed some light on the problem. They are an old, well-established bird-feeder company!
1387164
try "jiggling" the bottom metal piece while you're tightening it. also, hand-tightening is not enough...you should be using a wrench or ratchet
2202757
That's happened to me in the past and stemmed from the trap components being bent slightly out of alignment. I corrected it by observing where the friction/contact is occurring, and with a pair of pliers bending things very gently until the contact is eliminated.