Waterers

[bbchickies]

We are about to get 5 baby chicks and i was wondering how big the waterer should be in terms of gallons...? Thanks in advance!

 

[showjumper_girl2002]

I currently have 5 baby chicks myself I use a 1 quart poultry waterer (you can get them at your local feed store) and that works just fine. Good luck and have fun with your baby chicks!

 

[marbekschicks]

I use a small waterer that came in a kit from Tractor Supply that measures in ml's. I give my 4, they are 2-1/2 to 3 weeks old, 300 ml once a day of water with electrolytes. There is always some water left when I wash and refill.

 

[bbchickies]

Thanks!

 

[bbchickies]

what size for 5 adults?

 

[el pollo rey]

A three gallon waterer will give you a fill every other day capacity with five adult birds in the heat of summer

 

[el pollo rey]

Do not use a adult waterer with chicks they will drown themselves use a chick sized waterer for the first 8 weeks

 

[bbchickies]

Thanks!

 

[DLV58]

I use the 1qt waterer for chicks, the ones you fill and turn upside down.
I had problems with the water spilling over the edge so I put it in a pie pan.
Works good, no more wet bedding!