Animal husbandry – Feeding device – With watering devices
Patent
1997-06-11
1998-10-13
Swiatek, Robert P.
Animal husbandry
Feeding device
With watering devices
119 521, A01K 500, A01K 3904, A01K 704
Patent
active
058196862
ABSTRACT:
The invention herein described allows for an operator to fill a hopper with an animal food. The hopper contains an inclined chute that will funnel the food to a food trough platform and in turn to an extension member. The food on the platform is protected from the elements via an encasement as well as the swinging door. The animal may pivot the door open in order to reach the food. The hopper is disposed within a basin filled with a fluid such as water. The hopper will be surrounded by the fluid on all four sides. The food trough platform is raised above the water body in a moat like fashion. The fluid level within the basin is controlled via a water feeder control valve member so that a fresh water supply is automatically controlled within the basin. The water also serves to keep insects from the food. Therefore, an animal is allowed a fresh food and water supply for an extended amount of time.
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Bergin James S.
Swiatek Robert P.
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