Automatic waterers aren’t new to the horse world, but they are one of the best solutions for watering horses regardless of the season. In the winter, it means no more frozen hoses and ensuring your horse always has water. With a Nelson Automatic Waterer (contact for pricing; nelsonmfg.com), you can sleep easy at night knowing that your horse has a constant supply of fresh, clean water. With stainless-steel construction, these waterers are incredibly durable and last a lifetime. If you live in a climate that sees heavy snowfall and frigid temps, consider purchasing a heater (sold separately) to keep the unit from freezing and to give your horse ice-free water in the coldest conditions.
No More Frozen Water
You can stop breaking ice in the winter with these solutions.
1. Cozy Buckets
This 70-quart insulated water bucket cover is a budget-friendly solution to keep water thawed in turnouts or stalls. Insulated with 600 grams of fill, it extends the time it takes for the water to freeze, so you don’t have to go out every couple of hours to break the ice. $9.95; smartpakequine.com.
2. Thermo Hose
If you hate dragging frozen hoses inside to thaw in winter, this heated rubber hose is a must-have. It doesn’t have to be drained after use; instead, just plug it in and wait 20 minutes for ice-free water. Remember to still disconnect the hose from the water source when not in use. $187.99; khpet.com.
3. Freeze Miser
If you need an electricity-free option, the Freeze Miser will keep your tanks thawed even in subzero temperatures. Minimal dripping is activated when the temperature drops below 37 degrees. When you use this, make sure to redirect potential water overflow safely, so your horses don’t slip on ice. Starting at $34.99; freezemiser.com.
