Drunken hen

[jjthink]

Lots of threads here on BYC with lots of good ways to keep them cool.

Fans, fans, FANS - they have to be able to have moving air as an option

Some folks have AC - I now do - NJ has had rediculous heat these last 2 summers. It reached 120 with heat index here today - wretched.

Tons of shade

Blocks of ice in their water so it's cold all the live long day

Icy cold fruits at intervals

No heavy food in the heat of the day

Electrolytes if struggling (panting a lot or unwell) - there are poultry electrolyes but Pedialtye or Gatorade will do in a pinch. Can spritz on watermelon or something else they will eat

JJ

 

[nanawendy]

Jay1105... heat related issues can be searched on BYC... I freeze water in bottles and put them in a low dish, we freeze different fruits and have cool fresh water for drinking. Some have put kiddie pools so hens can cool off their feet. and fans have been use w/ success. I hope it cools of soon. Good luck.