wissywoo1 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I've seen some grit feeders (grit feeding stations they call them) and I'd like to know if these are useful to have so the chickens have easy access to grit or should I just sprinkle some on the floor of the run (which will be wood chip)? How do you feed yours? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjp Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I use cage cups for grit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I use cage cups for grit Me too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 There is no real need, if costs are mounting. Just scatter the grit for the hens to pick up as they need it. Have a squint at *this article* for advice on what the new chicken keeper might need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmberSky Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 i put some in a dog bowl by the coop and top it up occasionally, ive often thought about getting a grit hopper but they are so expensive for what they are,i also have a small stone ornament which has a small space which i pour some grit in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I use cage cups for grit Me too! Me three! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickichicky Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I use cage cups for grit Me too (as well) Smallish white ones that were desingned for a canary cage originally I think. One for grit & one for Oyster shell. They clip on the cube run just nicely and it stays clean. Nice & cheap too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jools Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 I haven't tried this (because I just scatter a bit every now and again) but a small plant pot fixed down with a tent peg is another solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wissywoo1 Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 Thanks all, I've been enlightened!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortle Chook Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 This shows you what I use. It is really for doves (which I also have). Didn't cost much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickichicky Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 CUTE!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
