Keep squirrels away from your bird feeder and save seed with the Yankee Whipper® Squirrel-Proof
Bird Feeder. It
allows the birds to eat and saves seed by keeping squirrels away.
Hungry birds will adapt as best they can to the conditions in order to survive and larger birds will
sometimes hang onto the collapsed perch and continue to feed. It is uncomfortable for them and difficult so it
discourages them but might not be the ultimate preventative.
Placement to deter squirrels: The key to keeping a bird feeder successfully squirrel-proofed is
the placement. Place your bird feeder 4 feet from the ground and 8 feet from anything a squirrel can jump from.
When hanging from a pole by a hook, it is recommended that the hook have at least a 16” distance from the pole.
Placing a baffle on the pole or having a caged feeder will also help to ensure squirrel-proof success.
Cleaning: Dirty bird feeders spread disease. We recommend cleaning your feeders weekly, or
monthly at a minimum. Do not put your feeder in the dishwasher as the high temperatures can permanently damage the
feeder parts. Clean your feeders outdoors with a large bucket, and always wear gloves when cleaning. Soak your
feeder in a 9:1 solution of water and bleach for 15 minutes. Then use a bird feeder brush to scrub the feeder with
dish soap and water. Refill when completely dry.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenol A (BPA), which is known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Best squirrel proof feeder I'e ever owned, but th springs that support the perches are terrible. If they ontinue producing this product, there must be springs available somewhere. Original price for the feeder does not put it in the throw away category when the 10 cent spring breaks.
We appreciate your feedback and are working to have replacement springs available. Please contact us at 800-352-9164 for assistance, we're happy to help!
D
I recommend this product
This is the longest lasting ...
5
Jun 25, 2023
This is the longest lasting bird feeder I've ever had, but now the springs inside are letting go, I lost two so far. I'm wondering if I can get replacement springs for it. I really don't want to spend the money on a new one as they aren't cheap.
Nope.
The feeder has been up for 1 week. It was fine until I looked this morning, and *poof*, the seed (the tube was filled 1/2 way) was gone. An expensive waste of both the seed and my money.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are sorry to hear some critter stole your birdseed! Even for feeders with squirrel-repelling features, it's important to hang them at least 4 ft off the ground and 8 ft away from launch points. Please contact us at 800-352-9164 with any questions!
Joe
I recommend this product
It's been tough for years for me.
5
May 14, 2023
I find the negative reviews interesting. I bought this feeder at least 15 years ago and it has held up very well until about eight months ago when one of the springs finally gave out. I did replace the plastic tube once 3 years ago due to significant Florida sun yellowing. I use a ten foot feeder pole with four hooks and a baffle. Now that the spring has been broken a squirrel has figured out how to hang on the bottom after he jumps out of a tree onto the pole above the baffle protection. I'd buy another if I needed one but the volume of seed it hold is so large one squirrel really isn't that big of adeal.
I would not call this feeder squirrel proof by any stretch, in less than 2 months the springs that hold the perches up broke and replacement springs are not available from Droll Yankee. I called and was told that they don't carry parts. At this point I don't even want a new feeder I just want my money back.
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear that this happened to your feeder. It is covered under a two year manufacturer's warranty and a lifetime warranty for squirrel damage. Please reach out to us directly for assistance. Any refunds would need to be completed through the retailer.
Shani
I don't recommend this product
Very poorly made feeder. Not happy
1
Apr 1, 2023
We bought this feeder in dec 2021 as a Christmas present. By summer of 2022 the feeder had 2 of 4 springs broken. Now as of march 2023, 3 of 4 springs are broken making this very expensive feeder virtually useless. We are extremely disappointed and saddened by this. Not even 2 years old yet. I see I am not the only one having this issue. I hope the company will make reparations and create a better product in future!
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We're sorry to hear that this happened to your feeder. It is backed by a 2 year manufacturer's warranty and covered under a lifetime warranty for squirrel damage. Reach out to us directly for assistance.
James
I don't recommend this product
Terrible product.
1
Mar 31, 2023
Terrible product. Worked OK for a while but the perch springs broke and you can't get replacement springs.
Thank you for this feedback. We're sorry to hear that this happened to your feeder. The feeder has a two year warranty for manufacturer's defects and a lifetime warranty against squirrel damage. Reach out to us with any questions.
Al
I don't recommend this product
Red squirrel can get at ...
1
Jan 13, 2023
Red squirrel can get at it, I wish we could adjust the sensitivity of the trigger . very expensive device for a lesser performance
We're sorry to hear about this experience! The key to successfully keeping a feeder squirrel-proof is its placement. Squirrels are agile and are able to jump up to 8ft horizontally and 4ft vertically. For this reason, we recommend that feeders be placed 8ft away from any structures that they can climb on so that they do not reach across to access the feeding holes. It can be helpful to trim back and prune any nearby bushes or branches within 12ft of a feeder. We also recommend that feeders be placed higher than 4ft off the ground, preventing the squirrels from jumping and grabbing onto the bottom. If you are using a hook or pole, we recommend that the hook have at least a 16in distance from the pole. The feeder is covered under a 30-day return policy. Please give us a call at 800-352-9164 for assistance.
Brett
I recommend this product
Can’t get parts
3
Dec 28, 2022
A good feeder that’s squirrel proof. My complaint is the springs break frequently and right now replacements are not available.
Thank you for this feedback. We have shared these comments and concerns with our Product Manager for review. The feeder has a two year replacement policy. Reach out with any questions.
Fran
I don't recommend this product
This does NOT work.
2
Dec 18, 2022
This does NOT work. Squirrels hang on perches and they STAY DOWN. At this point we only have ONE perch in correct position! Very disappointed and dissatisfied with this product as it was very pricey.
We're sorry to hear about this experience and would like to help you get the most out of your feeder! Please give us a call directly at 800-352-9164 so that we can better assist you.