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Is my water ok to give my chickens?

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Denisejmdk, Dec 6, 2015.

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  1. Dec 6, 2015 #1
    Denisejmdk

    Denisejmdk Out Of The Brooder

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    I am new at raising chickens. My water has lots of iron in it. Can my chickens drink it?
     
  3. Dec 6, 2015 #2
    Bridebeliever

    Bridebeliever Chillin' With My Peeps

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    This is a quote from a useful poultry website...

    Iron (Fe)

    High levels of iron, up to 25 mg/L, have not been shown to adversely affect flock performance, but they will stain waterers. High iron levels may encourage the growth of bacteria that can lead to diarrhea. When iron in the ferrous form is exposed to air, it is converted to ferric hydroxide, which gives water the typical rusty color.

    And here is the website so you can read more information!

    http://articles.extension.org/pages/68305/water-requirements-of-poultry
     
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  4. Dec 6, 2015 #3
    drumstick diva

    drumstick diva Still crazy after all these years. Premium Member

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    We had well water that was very rusty and smelled too. So we had to bring in city water. I wouldn't recommend it.
     
  5. Dec 7, 2015 #4
    Denisejmdk

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    I have had it done twice. They say nothing is wrong with it.
     
  6. Dec 7, 2015 #5
    BantamFan4Life

    BantamFan4Life Water Under the Bridge Premium Member

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    I give my chickens iron water all the time, and they've been fine. If you have another option I would recommend--my chickens are so picky, that they do not drink as much water because they don't like the taste. If you have some inside water that is filtered more, I would recommend doing that.
     
  7. Dec 12, 2015 #6
    trailrider330

    trailrider330 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Welcome to the BYC flock! We are glad you joined us!

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