The Farm Innovators Heated Poultry Drinker is a sturdy and effective solution for keeping chicken water from freezing during cold weather. However, some users report difficulty in teaching their chickens to use it properly.
Keeps water from freezing in cold temperatures.
Easily opens from the top for filling and cleaning.
Constructed well and lasts for multiple seasons.
Chickens have trouble figuring out how to use it.
Tip: Some users suggest introducing to baby chicks or using additional training methods.
Some users feel the water is too warm.
Factors: Frequency of use, Washing and cleaning methods
Yes, some users report that chickens need to be trained to use the waterer, especially older chickens.
It performs well in cold weather, keeping the water from freezing.
"This works great for the Nebraska winter. We run an electrical cord out to the coop and this has never let me down. Since I don’t heat the coop I like the nipple design because they don’t spill the water on their waddles where it would freeze."
"I've had this in my coop for 6 weeks, my chickens CAN'T figure out how to use it. I've set it out and pushed the pegs to show them, they come to it peck a couple times and walk away. I have tried holding it to show water coming out, I put treats in front of pegs, they peck to take treats and no wate..."
If you're looking for a reliable way to keep your chickens hydrated during the cold months, this waterer is a good choice. However, be prepared to train your chickens to use it, as some users have had difficulty with this aspect.
Galvanized netting offers durability, but size accuracy and photos raise concerns.
Mixed reviews on grit size, overall okay but size inconsistencies noted.
Highly recommended for healthy, happy chickens.
A decent chicken coop with assembly instructions but box has no roof between houses.
A solid choice for keeping chickens hydrated with easy installation.
Sturdy feeder but size issues for larger birds.