Is frostbite avoidable without electric heating? Should I add heat to my coop?

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2 Acres said:
Vaseline the combs and wattles. Mushers Secret works well too. It's kinda like Vaseline, but thicker.
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Unless you're keeping them inside or in a heated coop, this stuff will also get cold/freeze and can make it worse. It's best to do nothing.
 
2 Acres said:
Hot water freezes faster than cold water.
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That is false more often than it is true.

(If anyone wants to read more about when it does happen, search for "Mpemba effect" on wikipedia or with google or wherever else you like to check things.)
 
Bsmac said:
Not a fan of deep litter in the coop or run! As you and other members have mentioned moisture is the enemy! Deep litter will just add more of it! IMHO!
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I have to say that I strongly disagree. There’s some moisture, but it’s not like there are standing puddles or something.

Proper, well-sited ventilation compensates.
 
Bsmac said:
Not a fan of deep litter in the coop or run! As you and other members have mentioned moisture is the enemy! Deep litter will just add more of it! IMHO!
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Why we use horse bedding pellets. The humidity here is already high, add chickens breathing and pooping. Current humidity 74%. Coops are 64% and 68%.
 

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