{"title":"Drinking Post Waterer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Drinking Post Horse Waterer has expanded to provide fresh water for all your farm and ranch animals. It's an on-demand animal water supply that doesn't hold any water above ground, eliminating freeze, algae, and disease-carrying pests from the water supply. This no-electric waterer will save you time and money and provide clean 50° f water year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSee our traditional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=Stock_Tanks\"\u003estock tanks\u003c\/a\u003e, and shop our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/livestock_waterer\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eanimal waterers\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Drinking Post Horse Waterer is designed to provide reliable hydration for horses and other animals year-round. This innovative waterer ensures constant access to fresh, clean water without the hassle of manual filling or concerns about freezing during winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt operates through a unique automatic system that activates when animals press a paddle, delivering a continuous water flow. This promotes hydration and reduces the risk of dehydration, particularly during hot weather or strenuous activity. The design\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eprevents water from freezing\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, making it ideal for colder climates where maintaining access to liquid water can be challenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with durability in mind, it's constructed from high-quality materials that withstand the demands of outdoor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used for horses, livestock, or tall pets, the Drinking Post Horse Waterer is a dependable choice for ensuring consistent access to water, encouraging better hydration habits, and supporting overall animal health.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"drinking-post-horse-drinker-and-outdoor-animal-drinker","title":"Horse Waterer - The Drinking Post","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCLICK HERE TO SEE ALL OF OUR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/livestock_waterer\/\"\u003eANIMAL WATERERS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmark\u003eThis is the new 'ULTIMATE' drinker.\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Drinking Post Waterer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis hands-free post waterer guarantees your horses and ranch animals have access to clean, non-frozen water throughout the year. Your livestock can tap into an underground water supply that maintains a consistent 50-degree temperature all year long. This innovative system doesn't require electricity and eliminates the need for stored water, ensuring there's no risk of freezing or ice during winter. In summer, the absence of standing water prevents the growth of algae, mosquito eggs, and other unsanitary conditions or pests that can spread disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eInstallation diagram\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/drinking-post-installation-e1697746990834.jpg\" alt=\"installation diagram for the drinking post\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality and Reliability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waterer was developed in Colorado in the early 1970s in response to the challenges posed by seasonal temperature fluctuations. Before then, the available automatic waterers, mainly float systems or thermos-type systems, had significant drawbacks that made them less than ideal. This led to the creation of the Drinking Post Waterer, the first non-electric automatic waterer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur goal was to design a waterer that was simple, strong, and inherently reliable. We achieved this through a straightforward design and the use of high-quality materials in its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eInstallation Video\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NNybnrM3W4w\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinks to Installation Instructions and Diagrams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Drinking-Post-Installation-with-Pictures.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Drinking-Post-Installation-with-Pictures.pdf\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstructions with Diagrams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Drinking-Post-Installation.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/07\/Drinking-Post-Installation.pdf\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep-by-Step Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eHorse Drinking Post Water Bowl\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/animal-waterer.jpg\" alt=\"A close up of a horse drinking from the waterer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/drinking-post-paddle-assembly-e1697748306356.jpg\" alt=\"Paddle assembly for the waterer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/horse-drinker-hinges-e1697748356991.jpg\" alt=\"close up view of the waterer hinges\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It's The Best Solution for Clean Drinking Water Year-Round\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn-demand watering ensures clean, fresh water every time! No standing water to attract dirt, flies, or mosquitoes. There’s no algae growth, and the continuous water supply means you’ll never need to fill a tank again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNo Electric Needed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo need for electricity—the water temperature stays around 50 degrees year-round. This freeze-proof system operates ice-free by draining immediately, with no water standing above the frost line. Plus, no concrete pad or insulation is needed to provide fresh water for your animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNo Headcount Limitation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for both large and small groups of animals. Unlike other waterers, there’s no minimum usage required to prevent freezing, making this a versatile solution for any herd size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable and Maintenance-Free\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed with stainless steel fasteners and a resilient poly valve housing, this waterer is built to provide decades of hassle-free operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's NOT Required!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo heaters or heating elements to maintain or replace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo float mechanisms to adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cement pad needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electrical components or bills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot a thermos-style system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo internal filters to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo minimum usage to prevent freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo need for used tires in cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo regular maintenance required for year-round peak performance!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShow your horse how it works!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GsfCOreZnmY\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHorse Drinking Post Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7SsU29ypaIM\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Horse Drinking Post is Big Enough for Draft Horses Too!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HsFsfKjQUlE\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReliable Waterer Operation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only three moving parts, the Drinking Post is designed to minimize malfunctions, making it a hassle-free solution for livestock. Installed across the U.S., Canada, Iceland, and Europe since 1974, this waterer operates without electricity, staying frost-free all winter. It’s the longest field-tested non-electric waterer, providing fresh water at a consistent 50°F year-round. In summer, it delivers cool water, while in winter, it provides warm water—encouraging optimal water intake for horses, cattle, and other animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horse-drinking-from-waterer-e1697748487666.jpg\" alt=\"horse drinking from waterer post\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is why The Drinking Post proves time and time again to be the waterer of choice in both cold and warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to determine your size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat type of animals will use the Drinking Post Waterer?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow deep is the local frost line? Compare to the chart to determine the length needed to prevent freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat animals will be using the Drinking Post Waterer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Drinking Posts are the same diameter and have the same size bowl. Depending on your specific application, you can install the Drinking Post Waterer such that the height of the unit when installed is at whatever height above ground you desire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou want to ensure that your animals can reach the top of the waterer comfortably. Generally, this is the typical height of the Drinking Post Waterer above ground level once installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/animal-type-size-chart-e1697747250565.jpg\" alt=\"horse water drinking size chart\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Height Recommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the specified installation heights are not mandatory, they are recommended to ensure optimal use and functionality. It is essential that your animals can easily reach the top of the waterer. Many choose to adhere to these suggested heights to help prevent unwanted hoof traffic and manure from contaminating the water supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Your Local Frost Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frost line indicates the maximum depth to which the ground will freeze during winter. To avoid freezing issues, it is crucial to install The Drinking Post at least 18 inches below your local frost line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Find Your Local Frost Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can determine the frost line in your area through several methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact your local building department.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReach out to your county's water department.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeak with a reputable local excavator who can provide this information quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, you can consult the frost line maps below for a general idea of your area's frost line depth. Please keep in mind that these maps are intended as a guideline only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cb\u003e FROST LINE DEPTH MAPS FOR GENERAL OVERVIEW ONLY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/frost-line-depth-map-e1697747316805.jpg\" alt=\"map of US frost line depths\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/us-tempurature-map-e1697747370554.jpg\" alt=\"freezing levels map from us department of commerce\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/frost-map-of-the-us-e1697747416613.jpg\" alt=\"map of frost penetration levels\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you can see, these maps themselves show different frost line depth data. Because of this, you need to follow one of the avenues outlined above to obtain accurate frost line depth information for your exact location. The website for your local municipality's (Water or Building department) may list this information online, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you determine your local frost line depth and your desired height above the ground when installed, use the graph below to determine what size waterer will be best for your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Fronst-Line-Map-e1697747509131.jpg\" alt=\"frost line depth chart in inches\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eHealth Benefits of No Standing Water\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing traditional water sources like buckets, troughs, or float systems often leads to standing water during the summer months. With 'The Drinking Post' waterer, you can enjoy several significant benefits that eliminate the hassles associated with standing water:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlgae-Free Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e No more dealing with unsightly algae growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Spread of West Nile Virus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps minimize the risk of virus transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Mosquito Eggs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps your water source free from mosquito larvae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Algae Build-Up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Say goodbye to scrubbing and cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Water Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e The water is delivered fresh from the supply line at approximately 50°F year-round, ensuring warm water in the winter and cool water in the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone familiar with troughs knows the health risks posed by rodents or birds that may fall into the water. These incidents can lead to serious health hazards for livestock. Additionally, bird droppings are a common yet less obvious source of contamination. With The Drinking Post horse waterer, these concerns are eliminated. The water source is positioned three feet above the ground, and because there is never any standing water when the waterer is not in use, you can be confident in the cleanliness and safety of the water provided to your animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horses-drinking-diry-water.jpg\" alt=\"horses drinking dirty water\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStagnant horse water as pictured here can discourage adequate water intake and carry disease. Stagnant ponds, buckets, and water tanks contaminated with algae or over or under-heated water can also discourage healthy water intake. Some algae, specifically blue-green, can be toxic to horses. Most use the rule of thumb that if a natural water source is not fed with flowing water, it’s not suitable for horses to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, some ‘freshwater sources can contribute to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoon-blindness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeptospirosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased possibility of mosquito-borne illnesses (such as West Nile Virus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your source of water is from public utilities, it’s safe to assume that it’s regularly monitored. If you pull water from a well, you likely monitor the quality of this water on your own yearly. Either way, knowing that the quality of water being provided to your livestock is adequate and suitable for consumption is one more step toward ensuring a long, healthy life for them. With the increased use of toxic (and ‘non-toxic’) chemicals in the environment, such as pesticides and fertilizers (just to name some of the ‘safe’ ones), providing an unmonitored source of water is a potentially dangerous situation. Is it cause to go off the deep end and test every water source known to man? Probably not, but at the same time, the reality is that the equine organism is very sensitive, and ingestion of foul water leads to an immediate breakdown in health. For that reason alone, in the long run, it will benefit you and your animals to provide them with a tested and safe source of water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWest Nile Virus:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Addition, there is no cure for West Nile Virus. If infected, and the horse becomes ill, we can only treat the symptoms to try and make them more comfortable, like trying to control the fever, administering fluids through an IV, etc. There is no cure for the virus itself, and the mortality rate continues to be near 30%. Unfortunately, it may take several months for some equine to recover, and even after recovery, some will have persistent neurological deficits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSymptoms of West Nile Virus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle Twitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLack of Coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle Weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleepiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInability to eat and\/or drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncumbency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeizures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website provides a map of the current (and past) years' reported cases of West Nile Virus in the United States. To view areas where West Nile Virus has been recorded this year, visit their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usgs.gov\/\"\u003ewebsite here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story is much the same when we at Canada. The following is a link to the Public Health Agency of Canada that will provide the same information as it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.phac-aspc.gc.ca\"\u003erelates to Canada.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s easy to see that there is no ‘safe’ area when it comes to West Nile Virus. WNV does not have any type of geographical preference. It has been spread across the United States and Canada by migrating birds. Today, anywhere mosquitoes are present, WNV is a real threat. It is a widespread consensus that prevention remains the best practice to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Consumption Health Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs most involved with livestock are aware, nothing has a greater influence on the overall well-being of horses, cattle, or livestock than their water intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid Balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulation of Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercise Tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilk Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubrication of Joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlushing of Toxins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaliva\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horse-standing-on-water-e1697747571504.jpg\" alt=\"a horse walking on water\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, maximizing water intake year-round should be a primary goal in the management of all livestock and animals. One of the most crucial elements to maximizing the water intake of animals is to ensure they have uninhibited access to clean, fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety Benefits of UtilizNon-Electrictric Waterers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/cow-in-water-with-electricity.jpg\" alt=\"cow in a river with electricity\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is common sense that not everything works according to plan 100% of the time. Given this reality, a sensible approach is to minimize risk exposure when sensible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eEliminating electricity from your watering strategy is an area where this is possible and makes sense:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electric bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould you experience a power outage in the winter, your animals will still have uninhibited access to fresh, clean, warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo risk of electric shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA leading industry manufacturer of cattle-trough immersion heaters has issued a recall of products sold as recently as 2009 due to a shock risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Delivered Fresh from the water supply line at ~50 F Year Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo risk of fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFire risk can stem from heating elements with faulty wiring, defective electric equipment, or misuse\/abuse by your animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarn fires stemming from the use of electric, in-tank heaters, and float, or even submersible heaters are often tragic and unfortunately a reality of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“With a floating trough heater, “young” or “mouthy” horses will play with them like bath toys, chewing on them or ultimately flipping them out of the trough and onto the ground. Also, because heat rises, this type of heater does not work well on deeper troughs in extremely cold climates. Ice will still form at the lower depths, keeping the overall temperature colder than ideal.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA shortage in the system could cause the unit to quit working. Worse, it could electrify the water, creating a shocking effect when your horse tries to take a drink….And of course, make sure electrical cords are well out of reach. If a horse chews through an electrical cord, it may be the last thing he ever chews on!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(November 2000 issue of Horse Illustrated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Electric water heating coils can pose a problem if they are not attended to because once the water has boiled out the coil will continue to heat the bucket, allowing heat to transfer to adjacent materials. In November of 2000, twenty Standardbreds lost their lives in a fire whose cause was believed to be a portable submersible electric water heater. Before you add heat, for whatever reason—please carefully consider if it is really necessary.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are utilizing a bucket, trough, or any type of reservoir with a heater to keep it free of ice in the winter months; heaters are vulnerable to horseplay to some degree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Drinking Post Waterer offers an alternative to this potential safety hazard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWaterer Performance in Summer or a Hot Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horse-jumping-e1697749298633.jpg\" alt=\"horse jumping in the heat\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorses' water intake can double during the summer months. This is especially true when a horse is working hard and sweating profusely, at which time a horse can lose 5-10% of its body weight. While this is a natural part of the horse regulating its temperature (i.e. cooling) process, it is this fluid that must be replaced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are several factors that can affect your horse’s water consumption levels in the summer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality and Quantity of the water available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horse-water-e1697747932104.jpg\" alt=\"horse getting ready to ride\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding water from buckets or troughs can lead to circumstances where an animal does not take in enough water because the water has become heated throughout the day and is too warm for the animal's liking. Buckets are especially prone to this due to the small amount of water that needs to heat up for this to happen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany assume that any type of ‘fresh or natural source of water is by its very nature clean and healthy. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Stagnant water, or water with algae, can produce a tainted taste in the water, which will deter animals from drinking their fill during the hot summer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy utilizing the Drinking Post Waterer you can avoid these issues and effortlessly enjoy the benefits of never having any standing water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cu\u003eThis will ensure there is no chance of water contamination due to:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBird feces and other contaminants falling into the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall rodents drowning in the water supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlgae build-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarvae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horse-working-outdoors.jpg\" alt=\"horse riding in the desert\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing your horse, cattle, or livestock ALWAYS have cool water available during the hottest summer months will ensure your animals are drinking enough water to stay properly hydrated. In addition to the direct health benefits to your animals, you can also benefit from no more scrubbing algae out of troughs and the convenience of no longer filling water buckets or troughs daily!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn how much money you can save by replacing your electric waterers or avoiding them altogether.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horses-in-winter-pasture.jpg\" alt=\"horses in winter pasture\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaring for horses, cattle, and livestock during the winter is a task with the main goal of ensuring the animals remain healthy. In the winter, as in any other season, animals need a combination of nutrients to remain healthy. Energy derived from feeds and the resulting body heat is very important for horses, cattle, and livestock health and survival. If any animal is not consuming enough water, it will eat less feed than it would otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several reasons an animal will not consume an adequate amount of water during the winter months:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe water provided is too cold to drink comfortably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA trough or bucket is completely frozen over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater is too hot due to a malfunctioning or improperly adjusted water heating device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horses-in-winter-behind-fence-e1697747988850.jpg\" alt=\"blanketed horses in winter pasture\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a horse considers water to be too cold it will not drink enough and as we've all heard before, “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink”. This is never more true than in the winter months. It’s well-documented that water should be \u003cem\u003eat least\u003c\/em\u003e 40° Fahrenheit. Studies show that increasing water temperature from just above freezing (read here – icy or frozen buckets or troughs) to 40°- 65° Fahrenheit, will increase the amount of water consumed by 40%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf for some reason, one chooses not to or is unable to adhere to these guidelines, there are essentially two problems that can arise from horses not consuming enough water during winter months:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecreased feed intake; This will have a direct impact on the animal’s ability to maintain body weight as well as decrease their ability to consume enough feed\/energy to tolerate the cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpaction colic; This risk is more widely discussed, and possibly more harmful. If a horse doesn’t consume enough water either because it’s frozen or it’s too cold for them to drink comfortably, the risk of impaction colic rises sharply. On top of that, even if the horse does drink a proper amount of water; water that is too cold on the digestive tract causes disturbances during digestion and absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThese risks can be mitigated by installing the Drinking Post Waterer, which provides water at an ambient 50° Fahrenheit, ensuring there will be adequate water consumption throughout the winter months. The waterer maintains this temperature year-round without the need for electricity to warm it because the water source is below the frost line. This ensures the temperature of the water is to animals' liking throughout the winter and will assist in promoting good health.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the health benefits to the horses, there are some additional benefits to the caretaker in the winter months:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo breaking ice off troughs or buckets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo refilling buckets or troughs in cold weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo unnecessary energy costs associated with heating water all winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCost Savings of Utilizing Electric vs Non-Electric Waterers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who’s paid the electricity bill for a ranch during a cold winter can understand the need to reduce energy costs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/chart-of-cost-for-electric-water-heater-e1697748076648.jpg\" alt=\"water heater cost chart\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1994 the Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute published a study comparing energy-free versus those that require electricity to keep from freezing. The purchase prices of the energy-free design tested by PAMI ranged from $475 to $930 (dotted line), while the heated fountains ranged from $280 to $475 (solid line). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo the left is a graph from their study projecting the cost of energy-free fountains versus heated over five years, including the purchase price. The graph assumes energy rates of 5.5 cents per kilowatt-hour. Superimposed over the top of their graph in green is the cost of The Drinking Post. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePLEASE NOTE: At the publish time of this webpage, this study conducted by PAMI is 16 years old. The current US national average cost of a kilowatt-hour is currently over 10.99, double the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecosts used in this study!).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven when compared to some of the energy-efficient heated waterers (with a lower initial purchase price), The Drinking Post Waterer will still completely pay for using means of eliminating the normal operating costs of an electric waterer within a few years. Not to mention, this is assuming everything runs perfectly, there is also the chance you might not notice an improperly adjusted thermostat and end up paying for energy all year long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, if you ever experience a power outage during the winter months, you will not have to be concerned about your waterers freezing because The Drinking Post Waterer requires no electricity to function perfectly throughout the toughest winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/horses-walking-at-night-in-the-winter.jpg\" alt=\"two horses walking at night in the winter\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some other water choices can offer a year-round supply of water, The Drinking Post is unique in that it requires:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electricity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo float\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo thermos system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo de-icer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo heat cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo special installation requirements for cold climates!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe water post delivers the most reliable and \u003cspan\u003ecost-effective \u003c\/span\u003emeans to provide water to your horse, cattle, and livestock, hands down!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTestimonials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eRuth Moore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"We've had our Drinking Posts since 2002 and could not be happier with them. The health benefits of not having any standing water are fantastic. Cool water in the summer, warm water in the winter. In addition, they've proven to be a areal-time-saver when compared to hauling buckets and hoses.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuth Moore - Belton, MO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eShoni Melton\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Our ranch is along a riverbed in Mosby, MT. It gets COLD here. We will experience temperatures of - 40 degrees here in the winter and our Drinking Posts have always worked great year-round. Thanks!!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoni Melton - Mosby, MT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eKandi Childress\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Love the drinking Post. My horses learned how to use it in the afternoon. Their water is always clean and cool, no more worries about frozen water buckets in the winter. Would highly recommend the Drinking Post to anyone. Love it!!.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKandi Childress - Hope, ID\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eBarbara McElnea\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I have owned 8 Drinking Post Waterers for over 20 years. They are fabulous!!!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara McElnea - Carbondale, CO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eAlana Hardy\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"I wanted to let you know they were a breeze to install. Believe it or not, our blind horse was the first one to learn how to use them, I only had to push the paddle for him once! Thanks again for everything, I am happy to recommend Drinking Post Waterers.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlana Hardy - Avondale, CO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eDan Burger\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Had one Drinking Post Waterer installed for each pen and one for each of the two pastures. They work great! The horses have fresh water every time they drink and there is no concern regarding ice on the water supply or a water bucket being empty!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Burger, Colorado\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eMel Johnson\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"PrBeforesing the Drinking Post Waterer I used tanks. The thing that impresses me the most is how much time and labor I save by not having to fill, clean, and maintain tanks anymore. In addition, the water is much cleaner and healthier for my animals.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMel Johnson - Bend, OR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eJim \u0026amp; Joyce Glover\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"We've used the Drinking Post Waterers for many years and will consistently see temperatures down to -32 degrees below zero. The Drinking Posts work great!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJim \u0026amp; Joyce Glover - Grantsburg, WI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eSarah Seidman\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor 20+years, I hauled water in buckets to my herd of 15 school horses or wrestled with the homemade lids on my water tubs, trying to keep all that expensive electrically-heated water from steaming into Vermont's -30 degree winter mornings. Last year, though I was still very skeptical, I was also very tired, so I bought two drinking posts as a last resort to my annual winter \"drinking problem\". Each post was installed at the center of a pie-shaped area made up of four separate paddocks, so each separate post could serve up to eight horses. I am now happily weak as a kitten, and it's due to the Drinking Post! Many thanks, Mike, for your prompt service and fine product.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarah Seidman Pease Farm Stable, Middlesex, VT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003ePeggy Swingle\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Here in Eauclaire, WI we will consistently have 22 inches of snow and temperatures that will be 20 below zero for four or five days at a time, and we've never had any issues with our Drinking Post Waterer freezing up or malfunctioning. At times we've gone out in the morning when it's 15 to 20 below zero to check on it, and we're just amazed how well it works!\" Bill \u0026amp; Peggy Swingle - Eau Claire, WI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drinking Post","offers":[{"title":"3' Drinking Post (Mild Climate)","offer_id":47366134759669,"sku":"udp-horse-3","price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4' Drinking Post (Mild Climate)","offer_id":46884686397685,"sku":"udp-horse-4","price":489.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5' Drinking Post (Mild Climate)","offer_id":46884686430453,"sku":"udp-horse-5","price":519.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6' Drinking Post (Mild Climate)","offer_id":46884686463221,"sku":"udp-horse-6","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7' Drinking Post (Mild Climate)","offer_id":46884686495989,"sku":"udp-horse-7","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8' Drinking Post (Cold Climate)","offer_id":46884686528757,"sku":"udp-horse-8","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9' Drinking Post (Very Cold Climate)","offer_id":46884686561525,"sku":"udp-horse-9","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10' Drinking Post (Very Cold Climate)","offer_id":46884686594293,"sku":"udp-horse-10","price":759.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/Horse-for-Shop-Page-1024x1024.webp?v=1764539665"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/collections\/Horse-for-Shop-Page-1024x1024.webp?v=1764560574","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/drinking-post-waterer.oembed","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}