Whether you're a first-time backyard chicken keeper or expanding your flock, having the right equipment makes all the difference. From feeders and waterers to enrichment tools, this guide covers everything you need to keep your poultry healthy, happy, and well-fed.
Feeding Your Flock Right
Consistent, clean feeding is the foundation of a healthy flock. A quality hanging feeder keeps feed off the ground, reducing waste and contamination.
Miller Galvanized Hanging Chicken Feeder 12 lb
For an eco-conscious option, this 5L feeder is made from sustainable materials and designed for happy, free-range hens.
Eco-Friendly Poultry Feeder, 5L – Happy Range Chicken Feeder
The galvanized metal hanging feeder kit comes with accessories for a complete setup right out of the box.
Hanging Galvanized Metal Chicken Feeder & Accessories
Want to add enrichment to feeding time? This feed tower encourages natural foraging behavior and mental stimulation.
Backyard Chicken Feed Tower – Promotes Exercise and Mental Stimulation
For a DIY setup, this spill-resistant feeder insert is easy to install into any bucket or container.
DIY Backyard Chicken Feeder Insert With Plug
This 100% recycled feeder with Velcro attachments is a sustainable, easy-mount solution for any coop setup.
Chicken Feeder with Velcro Attachments – 100% Recycled, Eco-Friendly
Keeping Your Flock Hydrated
Fresh, clean water is just as important as feed. These waterers make it easy to keep your hens hydrated year-round.
This snap-together plastic waterer is available in 1.5L, 3L, and 5L sizes — perfect for small to medium flocks.
Economy Plastic Poultry Waterer – 1.5L / 3L / 5L
A compact 16 oz hanging waterer — ideal for chicks or as a supplemental water source in the coop.
Round Hanging Chicken Waterer, 16 oz
The Little Giant gallon waterer base and jar is a trusted classic for backyard flocks of all sizes.
Little Giant Plastic Chicken Waterer Base & Jar, Gallon
Starting with Chicks
Raising chicks from day one? The right starter equipment sets them up for success.
Little Giant 1 QT Poultry Chick Feeder or Waterer – Full Sets & Replacement Parts
Final Tips for New Poultry Keepers
- Clean feeders and waterers at least twice a week to prevent mold and bacteria
- Hang feeders at the height of your chickens' backs to reduce waste
- Provide 1 feeder and 1 waterer per 6–8 birds minimum
- Rotate enrichment tools like feed towers to keep your flock mentally stimulated
- Always have a backup waterer — especially in summer heat
Ready to set up your backyard flock? Browse our full Poultry Collection for everything you need from day one.
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