America is a country packed full of pet lovers. Almost every household in this country has a pet. Kitties are on the short list of favorite pets here, but what if you absolutely love kitties, yet want to enjoy birdlife in your backyard? This seems like an untenable combination. Your meowie, true to its species, is notorious for bringing poor birdies to your back door as a ‘present’. Can you be a faithful supporter of the Audubon Society and a kitty owner too? The short answer is, yes. A pole bird feeder keeps your feathered buddies out of danger from your naturally predatory, feline friends.
When you install a pole bird feeder in your backyard, you have the best of both worlds. You get to observe the local wild bird population and Kitty-kins will be a happy camper anyway. There are always insects, lizards and rolling in catnip patch episodes for alternative forms of entertainment.
The pole bird feeder is designed to provide refuge from all of nature’s predators, as well as serving as housing and a source of delectable and nutritious food. This type of bird feeder is certainly attractive to the local birds. A properly maintained pole bird feeder nurtures the birdies all year around in a setting that’s safe from your beloved kitty’s shenanigans.
For maximum enjoyment, placement of this bird feeder must be carefully analyzed. A sheltered location, close enough to your viewing area, yet far enough away from trees, or structures in which your feline friend might lurk, is perfect. A north-facing location is going to catch the cold winds of winter, so keep this in mind. You can also have more than one pole bird feeder. Look for a southern exposure which offers more protection in winter. In any case, look after the bird’s interests before satisfying your own convenience in bird-watching. A good pair of binoculars is all you need.
You’ll want to keep your bird feeder stocked with quality bird seed, so make it easy on yourself to faithfully keep a supply of food on hand. Don’t situate it so high that you’ve got to get out a ladder to restock the food supply. A pole bird feeder is one of the safest human-provided habitats. Keep it cozy and well-provisioned and you’ll enjoy a year around showing of birds that’s unbeatable.
Besides the pleasure you derive from bird-watching, your wild birds are an asset to your garden, keeping certain pests under control. Your kitty is a pampered pet anyway, right? You might use your binoculars to keep an eye on the Meowie’s attempts to storm the fortress you present with a pole bird feeder!
Summary:
Most people have a bird feeder in their backyard. Problems can arise when these same people also have a cat who is keen on hunting. You can use a pole bird feeder to keep the food up and away from frisky felines or select a spot where the birds will not be disturbed and are not easily seen.
