Buckets, Pails & Tubs

Buckets, Pails and Tubs

If you own and care for livestock, having buckets, pails and tubs will help you provide feed, store water and haul other supplies around your property. At Tractor Supply, we carry a wide selection of livestock products to help you live Life Out Here alongside your animals, including these essential feeding and watering accessories. 

Transport Water, Cleaning Supplies and More

Livestock owners have many responsibilities, including feeding, supplying water and providing medical care to their animals. Our selection of buckets, pails and tubs will assist you with storing feed and water and transporting materials to and from your livestock and farm. Our options include: 

Various Features

To provide access to water that won’t freeze during the colder months, discover heated buckets and pails that keep it from turning into ice. If you prefer to hang your buckets or pails on fences or stall doors, look for options with convenient, sturdy hooks. Some pails and tubs come with comfort grips, which can be added on the sides to make transport more comfortable on your hands. When you need a bucket that can remove standing water from areas around your home or land, opt for designs that fill from the bottom to capture water quickly. We also carry lids for our buckets and pails that keep water (and animals) out.

Durable Materials

Our buckets, pails and tubs are available in a range of materials that withstand daily use and livestock interactions. If you plan to feed animals out of a pail or tub, heavy-duty plastic or polyethylene constructions are a good place to start. For tubs that go in stalls, galvanized metal or stainless steel designs are ideal because they are rugged yet easy to clean.  

Several Capacities

Whether you have lots of livestock to feed and give water to or just a few, we have options that will accommodate your needs. For smaller groups of animals or minor projects, capacities up to five gallons are usually sufficient. When you need to feed a whole farm or haul a lot of supplies, find larger sizes from 15 to 26 gallons and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions about Buckets, Pails and Tubs

Are buckets or tubs better for supplying feed? 

They are both effective for supplying feed to livestock, but the better choice will depend on what animals you’re feeding, the amount of space you have and more. For example, buckets are easier to handle because they’re smaller and can be filled quickly, making them suitable for calves or smaller animals. On the other hand, tubs can help prevent horses from eating dirt or shavings and may even lead to less feed waste.

What to consider when choosing a bucket, pail or tub for farmwork?

When deciding on a bucket, pail or tub, consider factors such as its material and its capacity. Here are some tips from our team to help you get started:

• For feeding animals, choose a food-safe material. 

• When you need to haul water, a corrosion-resistant construction can be best.

• Make sure to choose a container that is big enough for how much water, feed or material you need to hold.

Get the Buckets, Pails and Tubs You Need at Tractor Supply 

When you need to store or transport materials on your farm or property, our selection of buckets, pails and tubs will be useful. To explore our options, stop into your local Tractor Supply store today or view our selection online.