Animal husbandry – Feeding device – Hopper and trough
Patent
1996-10-24
1998-09-22
Price, Thomas
Animal husbandry
Feeding device
Hopper and trough
A01K 500
Patent
active
058099344
ABSTRACT:
An automatic water dispensing device comprises main container/tank, a trough extending from the lower front end of the container that receives fluid from the tank for drinking by an animal, a flow control valve fluidly communicating the trough and container such that the valve automatically controls the flow of fluid into the trough, an arcuate recessed opening for providing clearance when drinking, a plurality of hooks or notched tabs to prevent movement by the animals or during travel, a fluid monitoring gauge and an inwardly oriented spill resistant lip defined near the upper edge of the trough.
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