OPTIONS FOR CHICKENS

How Long Can They Go Without

WATERING

Watering options for chicken

We often spend countless hours deciding what food is best for our chickens, but we don’t spend enough time worrying about their water. 

How much water chicken needs?

An adult laying hen will  need anywhere from 5 to 11 ounces of water per day and a young chicken will need slightly less water.

How much water chicken needs?

A healthy adult chicken can only make it about 36 hours without any water. Young chickens will suffer from the effects of dehydration quicker than an adult bird. 

HEATED POULTRY WATERER

Keep in mind that these waters will need to have a nearby power source. The heating element in these waterers will prevent the water from freezing during cold weather.

reminder!

Make sure your chickens have water when you are out of town. Always put extra waterers in your chickens coop.