Next you will drill holes into your bucket using the 3/8″ drill bit – one hole per nipple or cup. (Just like nesting boxes, you will need one nipple for every 3-4 chickens.) We placed our holes about an inch up from the bottom of the bucket. Now you simply screw the nipples or cups into the holes you’ve made.
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FAQ
How high should water nipples be for chickens?
How do you install chicken nipples?
Wrap threaded barrel of the chicken nipple with thread tape. Be sure the thread tape does not touch the metal pin or o-ring. Screw nipples into pipe approximately 80%. They should not be flush mounted. Flush mounting will result in cracked PVC. The installation tool allows nipples to be quickly screwed in with a drill.
How do I treat infected nipples?
If you have an infection, a 10-day course of antibiotics is usually needed. It’s important to take all of the medication to minimize your chance of recurrence. If your mastitis doesn’t clear up after taking antibiotics, follow up with your doctor.
Where can I buy a chicken nipple bucket?
You can find premade and heated chicken nipple buckets like the Premier 1 Heated Poultry Waterer at most farm supply stores. These buckets do not use the genuine Columbus Aqua brand nipples and are very expensive considering what they are.
How do you replace chicken nipples?
Thin plastic (like a 2 liter bottle) does not work well with the chicken nipples and should be replaced with something like a 5 gallon bucket. If the hole was drilled too big, or the nipple was screwed in all the way and expanded the hole, it is usually best to replace the container and start over.