Chickens and Snow

Great pointers that were very easy to read and understand, and the article had a helpful list of frequently asked questions.

(I loved seeing the pictures too!)

A good primer for newbies, with useful reminders for veterans. I would add that older hens, like older people, are less resilient to temperature extremes. I sometimes use oil-filled radiators to heat near the roost on extremely cold nights (low teens, single digits). They are safe, throw a nice radiant heat and do not emit light. Even having done so, and used petroleum jelly, my 10-year-old buff orpington got some frostbite on that big single comb last winter, when temps dipped well below zero. I learned not long after that she had cancer, which was likely also eating into her resilience. I will heat on very cold nights this winter as well, as I have another 10-year-old, and three 5-year-olds. No one is young anymore (including me)!

Very informational with some great ideas to keep them safe and happy!

Great Information!
Tis the Season to be prepared.
This article is a “must read” for new chicken keepers and should be added to the BYC Learning Center article collection.

Cute photos and good info.

Good info, especially like the emphasis on ventilation and larger comb protection.

An informative and entertaining article about chickens, cold and snow! Especially beneficial for new chicken keepers! I enjoyed it!