Is a heat source needed?

[ZoomiesMom72]

We weren't arguing though...

I just thank you all for your opinions and advice.

 

[CKfarm22]

I just thank you all for your opinions and advice.

I’m sorry you lost your chick What i said wasn’t in relation to you or anything, i just know a heat lamp isn’t necessary safe in a coop

 

[fatty and friends]

most people say ducks/chickens don’t NEED heat but they are definitely 100% happier and more comfortable with it. mine will play in the snow and stay outside for a bit in the winter but are always happy to come back in and warm up.

 

[CKfarm22]

most people say ducks/chickens don’t NEED heat but they are definitely 100% happier and more comfortable with it. mine will play in the snow and stay outside for a bit in the winter but are always happy to come back in and warm up.

A lot of people say no to heat sources in the coop because they need to acclimate to the temperatures. If you have a heat source and the power trips or if the heat stops working they’ll be 10x colder.

 

[shawluvsbirds]

A lot of people say no to heat sources in the coop because they need to acclimate to the temperatures. If you have a heat source and the power trips or if the heat stops working they’ll be 10x colder.

And possibly even die.

 

[CKfarm22]

And possibly even die.

Yes that too, unfortunately

 

[shawluvsbirds]

most people say ducks/chickens don’t NEED heat but they are definitely 100% happier and more comfortable with it. mine will play in the snow and stay outside for a bit in the winter but are always happy to come back in and warm up.

That's what makes you feel good. Not what's best for the birds imo.

 

[CKfarm22]

That's what makes you feel good. Not what's best for the birds imo.

Agreed. I even was thinking about putting a heating pad in the coop and I decided not to because they have down feathers that keep them warm. Although as humans we like to walk into a warm house after being cold outside, it’s not ideal for birds

 

[shawluvsbirds]

Agreed. I even was thinking about putting a heating pad in the coop and I decided not to because they have down feathers that keep them warm. Although as humans we like to walk into a warm house after being cold outside, it’s not ideal for birds

Also adding heat to your coop will increase moisture in the air and that is what causes frostbite.
Much worse than them being a little chilly.

 

[CKfarm22]

Also adding heat to your coop will increase moisture in the air and that is what causes frostbite.
Much worse than them being a little chilly.

Yes!