Baby pool in the coop?

[Coop de Grille]

I know ducks like to swim in a baby pool, but what about chickens? It gets really hot here in the summer and I was wondering if I put a baby pool in the new end of the coop if they will use it.

 

[chloezoebob101]

I would try, but just put a little water in it, so the chickens don't drown. But good idea!

 

[hispoptart]

My girls love to wade in water when it's hot out.

 

[Jubilee1111]

In my experience, they like it a lot better if there is a easy in-out for them and just 2-3 inches of water. Bricks for steps inside and outside of the kiddie pool work well. A couple different entry/exit points make them less anxious because they can get in and out without a hassle from a bossy hen.

My mom likes to use those shallow black rubber feed pans. Her hens stand in them all day long when it's hot out.

 

[Coop de Grille]

Thank you! I think I will try a small hard sided baby pool and will make sure there is an entrance for them to easily get in and out.

 

[KDK1]

I know ducks like to swim in a baby pool, but what about chickens? It gets really hot here in the summer and I was wondering if I put a baby pool in the new end of the coop if they will use it.

Yup!