8 year old cedar shavings in run -- hurt chickens?

[Bothwell]

We are revamping a coop that was used decades ago (literally). About 8-10 years ago, we dumped cedar shavings in the run, mainly for weed control. We didn't have any animals living in the run. I have heard that cedar shavings will hurt chickens (cause respirqtory issues)... what about shaving put down over 8 years ago? They are mostly degraded, and leaves cover the area now too. Thanks for any advice!

Michelle

 

[silkiechicken]

Should be fine. Cedar fumes in enclosed spaces = bad. Open spaces and little fumes = no problem.

 

[patandchickens]

No problemo. Go for it.


Pat

 

[tygab]

yah, I think after 8 years the cedar will have lost a lot of its punch... (probably after even a few years)

 

[Bothwell]

Thanks for the advice! I was hoping that would be the case...