Chickens winter

Get your chickens through the winter with these easy tips—steps to take to winter-proof your chicken coop and keep everyone warm and thriving.

Preparing for chickens in winter is wise for everyone to do. Here are 10 different mistakes chicken owners can make and what to do about it.

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When it is super cold: This weekend there are supposed to be 3 or 4 days where the temperature doesn't get above 10 degrees with the overnight temperatures well below zero. I don't know what the windchill will do to the temperature. Here are a few things I do to help my hens. 1. Make sure there is always plenty of fresh water! I use a heated dog bowl which is quite big so if for any reason I can't get there right away they will have enough water. 2. I make sure they have really deep…

Whether they're wearing onesies or pajamas for shedding, post-surgery healing, or just because, these animals are too cute for words.

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Many people wind up doing things for their chickens in winter that are not only unnecessary but can actually be harmful for their chickens.

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