Everyone's already said what I was going to say. I never had any luck with water bottles either and I've never had one that didn't leak. When I had a rabbit I used a heavy ceramic bowl for his water and a Quick-Lock crock for his food. Here's another link, this picture shows it better.
I LOVE quick-lock crocks and highly recommend them. They come in 2 sizes and many colors. They are made of heavier plastic than most of the other bowls like them. You can also get them off and on one handed unlike others that attach to the side. They take a couple tries to get the knack of putting them on, but in no time you will be a pro and won't even have to think about it. I use them for my rodents, birds, and dogs.