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Optimum capacity is
dependent on:
• Number and size of birds.
• How often you prefer to water them.
Choose a waterer that will provide
enough clean water for the birds
between your visits to the coop.
For chicks
use a small waterer with a
drown-proof or narrow base.
For waterfowl
use a waterer with a
wide base so they can fit their bills
into it.
If you have a few birds or visit
frequently, you can manage with a
smaller waterer.
If you have many birds, you need
a larger one, especially during hot
summer months.
What is a bird’s daily
water intake?
A medium-size adult chicken will
drink about 0.08 gal (just over a cup) on
a hot day.
Temperature, size and age of the
bird and amount of salt in the feed will
cause this figure to vary.
Waterer tips…
• Keep the waterer level.
This enables
the internal float (if applicable) to
work properly—and prevents water
overflowing onto the floor.
• Clean them often
. Hard water
deposits or algae may block valves.
• Place waterers on cinder blocks or
Chick Stands
. Birds are less likely to
foul the water.
• Change the waterer’s location often
to prevent mud holes forming.
• To reduce the amount of
evaporation—
do not place waterers
in the sun.
Also keeps water cooler.
Choosing a
waterer…
Note:
Some users strongly prefer one
style of waterer over another. Check
out the reviews on our website to see
what others think—and why.
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www.premier1supplies.com • 1-800-282-6631 Combination 6 waterer in use. The sturdy handle enables it to be hung.