What started in a Davidson barn is now taking flight across the country. Longtime Lake Norman resident Laura Cardaropoli, co-founder of The Chicken Fountain, is celebrating a major milestone with the launch of the company’s first fully manufactured and scalable model of its innovative automatic poultry waterer.
Originally hand-built in small batches, The Chicken Fountain™ has long been a trusted solution for backyard chicken owners. Now, with manufacturing underway in Clemmons, NC, the company is expanding its reach—just in time for a national surge in backyard poultry.
Why it matters?
Since 2020, the backyard chicken movement has exploded, especially in communities like Mooresville and Davidson, where families are prioritizing fresh eggs, sustainability, and safe animal care. But keeping birds hydrated—and their water clean—has remained a top challenge for flock owners.
The new scalable Chicken Fountain model is designed to make flock care easier for beginners and seasoned chicken-keepers alike. Key features include:
- Simple installation using a standard garden hose or rain barrel
- Contained, debris-resistant design that eliminates daily scrubbing
- Freeze-resistant custom drippers for year-round use
- Bird-friendly layout that reduces stress and improves egg production
The product is built for flocks of 3 to 30 birds and offers a practical, low-maintenance way to keep water clean, fresh, and flowing. And yes—it’s still proudly designed in North Carolina.
“Our original model got a lot of local attention when we launched in 2012,” says Cardaropoli. “But now, with the ability to manufacture at scale, we’re ready to bring The Chicken Fountain to backyard flocks across the country—without sacrificing what made it special.”
With more households embracing homesteading and raising chickens as a family-friendly, sustainable hobby, The Chicken Fountain couldn’t be hitting the market at a better time.
Plan your flock upgrade or learn more:
Visit www.thechickenfountain.com
