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    Water issues persist

    I have...they kick it over...but will keep trying. I just don't know if this is unusual?
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    Water issues persist

    I have two hens who have decided they no longer want to use their water font. A kind poster suggested throughly cleaning the font, which I have done. Now, it seems the only time the hens will drink is if I pour the water on the ground. Help!
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    Hiya

    Yes..an enclosed coop.
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    Hens won't drink water

    I am not sure if they are taking to the water post-disinfection. It's been an overcast day--not very hot and I also gave them iceberg lettuce (which, of course, has a lot of water). Hope I will learn more tomorrow.
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    Hens won't drink water

    I know! I dumped the water in the dirt and they went after it...so confusing! I have raised the waterer...and it does keep it cleaner...but still dirty. I will disinfect and re-introduce the waterer and see if it works. Meantime, I have put another bowl out and am giving them iceberg...
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    Hiya

    (1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens? Yes, the two chickens "found me." For some reason, they were dumped and my friend and I rescued them. (2) How many chickens do you have right now? Two (3) What breeds do you have? RI Red and Australorp (4) What are your favorite...
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    Hens won't drink water

    Thanks for the info! I have cleaned out the Fount---they tend to kick dirt... when I change water...but I have haven't disinfected it. Is there a special disinfection I need to get before using bleach? Is disinfecting something that should be done every month?
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    Hens won't drink water

    Hi there... After several months without issue, my two hens all of a sudden act as if the water bowl no longer exists. I have tried to coax them near it and if the water splashes on the dirt they will peck at that as if they are so dehydrated. I have not changed the water container, its...
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