The present disclosure describes a novel guard used to protect an electronic feeder on a raised feed bin by partially enclosing the feeder. In some implementations, the guard is at least partially constructed of expanded steel. In some implementations described herein, the guard is further protected from the elements by a coating. The disclosure describes how the novel guard in some implementations comprises mounting brackets that are used to attach the guard to the underside of the feed bin in a position that partially encloses the feeder. The invention prevents varmints from accessing the feed and feeder distribution components, thus preventing feed waste and consumption by varmints such as raccoons. Yet, the guard does not obstruct or impede access to the programmable timing unit and other control mechanisms of the feeder.
