Sorry! In my head it is implied the bowls ar elevated, but that is only because it is so normal to me to have them elevated. It does not cross my mind that there are people who do not keep their bowls off the ground. I have been doing this since they were in the brooder.
I’ve been inspired by the watering systems @wamtazlady and @blackdog043 use. I need to spend more time getting my girls to use HN. HN waterers seem to make the most sense in the likelihood of being successful for the situation I am in with my chickens.
I currently use two methods that each have their drawbacks. I have not had success training my chickens to use horizontal nipples so I’ve resorted to what works and will attempt to switch to the HN systems like what I’ve seen others post on here.
In the run I use a black rubber tub that I...