Rugged Ranch High End Poultry Waterer

[xeno0323]

Hi guys, My babies are getting closer to the BIG move into their coop and I'm looking for a feeder and waterer for them. I was wondering if anyone has an opinion on the Rugged Ranch High End Poultry Waterer? I like the fact that I can fill it from outside the run. For a feeder I'm considering a standard size Grandpa's Feeder for my four girls. Thanks for your help.

 

[wamtazlady]

That would work fine during the warm weather. It would not work well in winter where I live as the cup would freeze.

 

[xeno0323]

That would work fine during the warm weather. It would not work well in winter where I live as the cup would freeze.

Yes, I'd have to use a different waterer in winter in NH as well!

 

[wamtazlady]

Yes, I'd have to use a different waterer in winter in NH as well!

You might just want to get them used to horizontal nipples if you live in NH. Cups and vertical nipples will freeze when it's cold. I use a tote with lid I bought at Walmart, a stock tank deicer that is rated for use in a plastic container, and horizontal nipples. Has gotten into the -20s F and the birds still have thawed water available. The tote is large enough that it only needs filled once every 2 weeks for my small flock.