1851 R. S. Surtees Soapey Sponge's Sporting Tour in Feb. lxvi. 231 [The hounds] were presently up to their ears in the pig-pail.
1917 11 Jan. 10/1 Edible domestic refuse should be reserved..for pig-feeding. The pig pail should be kept free from..injurious substances.
1952 4 June 22/7 1 good hog crate, chicken feeder, scythe, rake, cider barrel, pig pails, [etc.].