Sure Petcare SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder with Sealed Lid, RFID Collar Tags Compatible, Works for Wet and Dry Food, White, 4 x C Cell Batteries Required, Not Included

Product Information

The TX4 Automatic Pet Feeder from Trixie is very similar to the6 Meal Automatic Pet Feeder from Andrew James, however this particular feeder has 4 rather than 6 feeding bowls, which means these bowls are larger – at 500ml in size. The feeders with a large storage bin that dispenses food into a single bowl range in size up to 10 litres, which is enough to provide regular meals for a number of weeks. Food Type

What is included: SureFlap Hub, ethernet cable, USB cable, 4 plug adapters (UK, EU, US and AUS), instructions manual

Alternatives & Competitors: How Microchip Feeder Differs from Other Automatic Cat Feeders

If so, you’ll know how much your pets love taking food from one another, and that’s where MiBowl ® is the perfect pet food companion! Microchip activated food bowls and feeders for cats are what the market calls a selective feeder. It means that you can select which one of your cats will be able to open the feeder to access the food. This is where the microchip comes into the story. You can program the feeder to open to only your selected cat with the implanted microchip number, and only when that cat approaches the feeder. It is ideal for multiple cat households because they ensure that each cat gets the nutrition it needs. In case your cat does not have a vet implanted microchip, these feeders can be used with a collar tag included with the feeder. What Are The Benefits Of Microchip Feeders? Because of their dominating nature, cats may steal each other’s food even though they are not hungry. A microchip feeder is an efficient way to stop this bad practice. One more thing that makes microchip feeders popular is that they are actually great entertainment for your pet. This device will keep your pet curious and active so that it could have fun even when you are away. For instance, a cat may use its paws to try to retrieve the food from the other cat’s bowl. But when approaching its feeder, the cat will see the lid opening on its own. Quite amusing!

Automatic pet food dispensers either have a food bowl that is always open, or have lids which seal the food compartment until they are programmed to open. The sealed feeders will prevent your pets from eating the food too early, and will also protect it from drying out, and also from flies and insects. Type of Feeder This feeder is suitable for both wet and dry food, and the food bowl features 4 equally sized compartments of 500ml each. In addition, there is an extra chamber on top of the feeder which can be filled with ice to keep the food cool and fresh. Alternatively, this chamber can be left open and used as a water bowl if you prefer.This electronic cat feeder with a microchip is run by either 3 D batteries or an AC adapter, both of which you will need to buy separately. It consists of a base with a stainless steel bowl inside and a cover lid over the bowl. The stainless steel bowl is a great choice for hygienic feeding and is dishwasher safe on the top shelf. The cover lid keeps the food fresh and away from other cats, dogs, kids or dirt and insects that could contaminate the food inside the bowl. The cover over the feeding tray is designed to keep the food inside fresh and helps to retain the moisture in it. It keeps insects away from the food. To program the feeder to open the lid, you will have to use one button, which is very simple. You can even program it to open for the vet implanted microchip number of your cat, or by using a collar tag included with this model. Once you have done so, the lid will open when the cat approaches the feeder. The feeder can memorize 32 collar tag and microchip numbers.

Unlike their 4 and 6 day feeders, this 90 Day Pet Feeder from Andrew James is designed for dry food only. The timer can be programmed to feed your pets up to 4 times a day, and the 10.6 litre capacity means it can hold enough food for up to 90 days (with 1 meal per day). The battery-powered timer is easy to use, and allows you to set the feeder to open at any point in the next 48 hours. On top of being easy for your pet to feed from, the automatic feeder should be easy for you to use, too. You'll need to be able to easily configure the settings for the necessary timings, the number of meals and portion sizes for your pet and have an interface that is easy to understand when it comes to low-food or power alerts. When should you use an automatic pet feeder? The SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder from SureFlap is slightly different to the other feeders reviewed here, as it doesn’t have a timer. Instead, it can be programmed to recognise your cat’s microchip (or the supplied RFID collar tag), and only opens up when they approach the feeder. There is a huge difference between a microchip feeder and a regular automatic pet feeder. Namely, they solve different problems. While automatic pet feeders can only keep flies away and moisture in the meal, microchip units stop food stealing, regulate your pet’s feeding and can even create new eating habits for your pet.

You can buy automatic pet feeders with timers that range from 24 hours, up to 30 days ahead. The most basic just allow you to set a single time when the feeder will open, however the more advanced will let you schedule meals at different times of the day. Capacity andNumber of Portions The battery-powered timer is easy to use, and allows you to program the feeding time to once every 4, 8, 12 or 24 hours. The timer on this particular feeder is not as sophisticated as that on the Andrew James version or the Trixie TX4 Plus, so you may want to consider one of the other feeders if you require more flexible feeding times.