Best bedding for Arizona chicken runs?

[ChickenLove82]

Hi! I live near Phoenix and am just starting my flock. I’ve read that river or construction sand is the best for runs but I’m concerned the sand will be too hot in the summer months for their little feet. Does any one have any experience or advice? I’d GREATLY appreciate it!!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Hi @ChickenLove82 Welcome To BYC
I don't know! That's a really good question. Hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts.
You may also want to ask on your state thread to connect with other chicken keepers in your climate to see what they use.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/arizona-chickens.31227/

 

[ChickenLove82]

Hi @ChickenLove82 Welcome To BYC
I don't know! That's a really good question. Hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts.
You may also want to ask on your state thread to connect with other chicken keepers in your climate to see what they use.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/arizona-chickens.31227/

Thank you so much! I didn’t realize there is a an Arizona thread!

 

[ChickenLove82]

Hi @ChickenLove82 Welcome To BYC
I don't know! That's a really good question. Hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts.
You may also want to ask on your state thread to connect with other chicken keepers in your climate to see what they use.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/arizona-chickens.31227/

Thank you so much! I didn’t realize there is a an Arizona thread!