Veterinary Handbook Contents 6.2 Water Adaptation ProblemsAnimals entering the export process have diverse watering experiences. Animals unfamiliar with drinking from troughs or drinker bowls may require a few days before they drink freely from these water sources. They may be reluctant to come to the front of pens or put their heads through the rails to access water troughs or drinker bowls. Animals that do not adapt relatively quickly may become seriously dehydrated particularly in hot weather.BackNext