Keep Waterers Outside the Coop

Solution

Avoid placing large water containers or pools inside the coop.

Explanation

Ducks will inevitably splash water, making bedding wet, moldy, and unsanitary very quickly if water sources are inside. This increases humidity and ammonia levels, which is bad for respiratory health.

Notes

A small, deep drinker might be acceptable overnight in very cold climates to prevent freezing, but generally, keep water outside.