JoieDeViveRabbitry
Ridin' The Range
Proper hydration is more important than food to rabbits.
ALWAYS remember, a Thirsty rabbit is a Hungry rabbit... Think Ducks, they won't eat without water being available. Same with buns.
That being said, in the depths of New England Hell, errrr Winter you will use anything that works to water your rabbits...
It depends on your housing arrangments for your herd...
If you have rabbits inside the house or in a climate controlled barn than bottle or auto waterers are fine choices as freezing will not be an issue.
If they are exposed to elements or cold than you cannot use bottles, it's simply not humane... With how often you'd have to be out there checking on the metal drinking tube for freezing, you might as well move in with the rabbit!
Use bowls or crocks. I have seen people use everything from dollar store plastic dog bowls, to expensive ceramic crocks and plastic lock crocks, etc. You name it...
ALWAYS remember, a Thirsty rabbit is a Hungry rabbit... Think Ducks, they won't eat without water being available. Same with buns.
That being said, in the depths of New England Hell, errrr Winter you will use anything that works to water your rabbits...
It depends on your housing arrangments for your herd...
If you have rabbits inside the house or in a climate controlled barn than bottle or auto waterers are fine choices as freezing will not be an issue.
If they are exposed to elements or cold than you cannot use bottles, it's simply not humane... With how often you'd have to be out there checking on the metal drinking tube for freezing, you might as well move in with the rabbit!
Use bowls or crocks. I have seen people use everything from dollar store plastic dog bowls, to expensive ceramic crocks and plastic lock crocks, etc. You name it...
