I have questions about water solutions for ducks. I think I know the answer but I want to hear experienced answers. I have my 6 ducklings ranging from 1 month to 3 weeks in my chicken coop with my chickens. My plan is to give them their own space soon with a kiddy pool available to swim in. I need the space on my coop for chickens, but also as we all know ducks are messy and are pigs. They gulp the water faster than I can keep it filled and muddy up the water containers. So their own space really is the best option IMO so they can be ducks and not be a burden.
I have been reading that a lot of chicken keepers use nipple PVC systems. Can a duck drink out of a nipple? Would it be logical to switch to this before I get my ducks out or a death sentence? Keep in mind I live in west Texas and we are already having 90 degree days. I am not sure a nipple system is a good idea even for chickens in my location. I'm still researching that. Input is appreciated.
I have been reading that a lot of chicken keepers use nipple PVC systems. Can a duck drink out of a nipple? Would it be logical to switch to this before I get my ducks out or a death sentence? Keep in mind I live in west Texas and we are already having 90 degree days. I am not sure a nipple system is a good idea even for chickens in my location. I'm still researching that. Input is appreciated.