Gonna hit on a couple posts, lol. The reason I asked about an all Cochins show is because I know several years ago(5-7) there was such in Eastern TN. I didnt get to attend, and I hated that i couldnt, was hoping to have that chance again.
As far as heat, it is H-O-T-T here too. Been in triple digits for 8 days straight here, got some reliefe from rain showers a couple days, but only for a while. Last day it rained it got sooooo muggy and sticky outside before dark, it was horrible. But my coop is insutaled and under mature shade trees, and I have all windows open with a fan in there, and it has been staying pretty cool in there, at least cooler than outside the coop. Actually had a few birds get some heat sickness, it was the smaller ones. Didnt get lethargic or really bad, just kind of moped around for a couple days. Added some sugar to the water to try and help prevent anything worse from happening. But, after Saturday, we are "supposed to get a break" from the heat, and have some good rain and cooler temps. I think mid to upper 80's is much nicer than 100+, any day! Lol.
Also on the bird above that is injured, I dont have alot of info to give, but one thing I would make sure of is that she doesnt get chilled. She is probably in shock, and may be for some time, and if her body temp gets to low it could be fatal. Just keep her in a place where she can stay cool and not overheat, but I wouldnt let her stay indoors under air conditioning either, that may also make her more prone to illness or disease, or weaken her immune system just enough to cause problems. Hope she gets better. And I couldnt help but notice, she also has Silkie feathering. Very cool.
~Casey
