keeping brooder dry

[Memgold121]

I'm sure this topic has been discussed. But I am upgrading my brooder because they are getting to big for it. I am constantly changing bedding etc to attempt to keep them dry. Any one have any ideas? Pictures please!

 

[Ratchnick]

I'm sure i will get shot down but holderreads recommends wire floor for the first 2-3 weeks. I am doing this now and its awesome! The birds stay completely clean, no foot problems. After 3 weeks they just need a large space with traditional bedding and put their waterer on a water porch.

 

[Isaac 0]

I'm sure this topic has been discussed. But I am upgrading my brooder because they are getting to big for it. I am constantly changing bedding etc to attempt to keep them dry. Any one have any ideas? Pictures please!

Instead of being housed on wire, which would be uncomfortable for any animal, you can house them on absorbent bedding and use a water catcher under their water, like this-

 

[Memgold121]

Thanks thats what I was thinking about building this weekend. What did you use underneath?

 

[Isaac 0]

Thanks thats what I was thinking about building this weekend. What did you use underneath?

For the water catcher? Anything plastic that will hold water, Tupperware, rubber livestock bowl, oil drip tray, or plant saucer.

 

[Ratchnick]

Your water catcher is what i meant by water porch!

 

[Ratchnick]

You Can buy a paint tray and expanded metal insert if you have just a few duck.