How to know if chickens are too hot or too cold?

[trumpeting_angel]

The OP was in 2013, but the question was today!

From what I gather, the coop is not finished but the pullets have been moved outside into a kennel.

So, I tried answering this question but I felt too inexperienced! It just seemed like there were a lot of variables to consider.

 

[Cryss]

Only a kennel? No coop? Is the kennel hardware cloth covered critter proofed? No way I would put them straight outdoors without a coop! The great outdoors is way too scary and rightfully so, critters can get them. Dew on them will make them wet and cold!
No, they need some sort of coop, not just a run! They are ready for an unheated coop but not wide open spaces even with a kennel run.

 

[Aunt Angus]

The OP was in 2013, but the question was today!

From what I gather, the coop is not finished but the pullets have been moved outside into a kennel.

So, I tried answering this question but I felt too inexperienced! It just seemed like there were a lot of variables to consider.

Good grief - you're right, too! Hahahaha!
Must be time for more coffee!

 

[trumpeting_angel]

I just wasn’t sure from the description. So I called for help!

 

[Chickassan]

You did fine, don't doubt yourself.
These questions are easy, if they're fully featherd outside is fine.
Heck even if you answer dead wrong the fact you pipe up and draw attention to a question or problem is really helpful.

The OP was in 2013, but the question was today!

From what I gather, the coop is not finished but the pullets have been moved outside into a kennel.

So, I tried answering this question but I felt too inexperienced! It just seemed like there were a lot of variables to consider.

 

[Aunt Angus]

I just wasn’t sure from the description. So I called for help!

I usually check dates and read pretty carefully, but not this time! I must be extra tired...

 

[trumpeting_angel]

I usually check dates and read pretty carefully, but not this time! I must be extra tired...

Time
For
Bed!

 

[lbah03]

So sorry! Probably my fault for posting in the wrong spot when I asked the question. Everyone has been very helpful.

 

[Cryss]

So sorry! Probably my fault for posting in the wrong spot when I asked the question. Everyone has been very helpful.

No apology necessary! Did you get a good answer? That's all that counts.

 

[trumpeting_angel]

So sorry! Probably my fault for posting in the wrong spot when I asked the question. Everyone has been very helpful.

You posted just fine! But feel free to start a thread, which would be fine, too.

And welcome!