Overview

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Why the 8ft Small Tombstone Bale Feeder is a Smart Choice for Goat & Sheep Owners

Feeding livestock isn’t just about putting hay in front of animals — it’s about managing efficiency, reducing waste, and keeping animals healthy and safe. For ranchers and farmers who work with sheep and goats, equipment needs to do more than just hold feed. It must handle the realities of daily use: crowded feeding sessions, wasteful animals, and demanding weather conditions. That’s where the 8ft Small Tombstone Bale Feeder from Lakeland proves its worth.

This goat round bale feeder is designed to maximize efficiency and reduce hay waste. With 26 feeding spaces, it gives animals room to eat without pushing or crowding. More spaces mean more animals can feed at once, which not only improves herd management but also speeds up the feeding process.

One of the standout design elements is how the feeder requires animals to lift their heads when entering and exiting. This small detail makes a big difference: it discourages spillage and trampling, ensuring that more hay ends up in your animals’ stomachs rather than wasted on the ground. In addition, the feeder’s V-floor is engineered to catch excess hay or grain and funnel it into a trough, turning what would be waste into accessible feed.

The dual feed capability also sets this feeder apart. Instead of investing in separate equipment for hay and grain, you can use one unit for both. For smaller operations, that’s a cost-saving solution; for larger operations, it streamlines logistics.

This feeder is especially suited for operations that rely on small square bales or forked hay rather than large round bales. Many ranchers prefer small bales for better portion control or due to storage constraints, and this feeder is built specifically to handle that format.

Animal safety and durability are at the heart of the design. With 4–4.5″ bar spacing and extended “wings,” animals can’t cheat by reaching over the top or pushing too far. That helps protect both the animals and the feeder structure. At 400 lbs and with dimensions of 8 ft × 44 in × 36 in, this is a heavy-duty piece of equipment designed to stay put, resist tipping, and handle daily stress from a busy herd.

At the end of the day, the 8ft Small Tombstone Bale Feeder saves time, reduces hay waste, and supports safer, easier feeding. It’s not just a feeder — it’s a tool that makes daily ranch work smoother, more efficient, and more profitable.

Specifications

Features

• 26 feeding spaces for efficient herd feeding

• V-floor design to reclaim wasted feed

• For small square bales or forked hay

• Animals lift heads when entering/exiting

• Tombstone-style bar design with wings

• Heavy-duty 400 lb frame for stability

Benefits

✔ 26 feeding spaces
✔ Reduces hay waste
✔ Handles hay and grain
✔ Built for small square bales
✔ Protects animals and structure
✔ Heavy-duty, long-lasting build

Additional information

This feeder is ideal for sheep and goats.
It offers maximum access without crowding.

The V-floor helps capture wasted hay.
Every strand is put to good use.

It’s made for small square bales.
Perfect when you don’t use large rounds.

At 400 lbs, it’s solid and stable.
No tipping or moving under pressure.

Designed with wings and spacing for safety.
Protects both the herd and the feeder.