Is this frostbite??

[Abriana]

Very mild, I think you can just leave it to heal. For more serious frostbite or even for this one, you can use vitamin E.
If it gets low, Edgar may have to go into a crate in the coop with a heat lamp. That big comb is way prone to frostbite just like my rooster’s. Napoleon has to be in the coop when it is below 32 F.

 

[Stayc]

Very mild, I think you can just leave it to heal. For more serious frostbite or even for this one, you can use vitamin E.
If it gets low, Edgar may have to go into a crate in the coop with a heat lamp. That big comb is way prone to frostbite just like my rooster’s. Napoleon has to be in the coop when it is below 32 F.

Thank you so much, I've been so stressed trying to find a solution. Hope Napoleon is faring well this winter

 

[staceyj]

I think you should create a brand new thread in the coop/run design,building,maintenance section because you need the help of some seasoned coop experts.
The title should reflect the information you're in need of such as: should I wrap my run to prevent frostbite?

Then in the long version you can post your pictures(nice setup btw) and expand on your title question such as How much of the run should be wrapped?
I'd think the same rules for ventilation would apply as inside a coop, and know that some people only wrap the sides from which the prevailing wind blows.

 

[HenOnAJuneBug]

What happens when the tip of the waddle gets frostbit? Looks like one of mine got bit last night. There's some darkness to it. Also, now I notice wet spots on it. Never seen that before.

 

[Stayc]

What happens when the tip of the waddle gets frostbit? Looks like one of mine got bit last night. There's some darkness to it. Also, now I notice wet spots on it. Never seen that before.

I'm completely new this is my first winter with my flock. Hopefully someone with some expertise will see this.

 

[Stayc]

I think you should create a brand new thread in the coop/run design,building,maintenance section because you need the help of some seasoned coop experts.
The title should reflect the information you're in need of such as: should I wrap my run to prevent frostbite?

Then in the long version you can post your pictures(nice setup btw) and expand on your title question such as How much of the run should be wrapped?
I'd think the same rules for ventilation would apply as inside a coop, and know that some people only wrap the sides from which the prevailing wind blows.

Thanks I'll do that.

 

[HenOnAJuneBug]

One of my roosters has a bit of dark discoloration at the base of his waddles after a 3F night on Tues. Today on Weds, there's a bit of puffiness in one of the waddles. Is that something I need to be concerned about, or is that the normal healing process?

 

[staceyj]

You should evaluate the moisture level in your coop, and make any changes necessary to bring down humidity levels. Pick up droppings. Don't leave water in the coop etc.

Make sure there is plenty of ventilation to allow moisture to escape rather than build up,
and use a protectant on their comb and wattles such as bag balm or something similar.

 

[Stayc]

You should evaluate the moisture level in your coop, and make any changes necessary to bring down humidity levels. Pick up droppings. Don't leave water in the coop etc.

Make sure there is plenty of ventilation to allow moisture to escape rather than build up,
and use a protectant on their comb and wattles such as bag balm or something similar.

I fixed all the inconsistencies in the coop the other day. This is him today. Can mild frostbite reverse? Because his comb is much more red now, less black. Ill post the old pic below the new one for comparison. Thanks for all your help

 

[staceyj]

GREAT NEWS!
Yes, That's what I experienced with one of my hens blessed with a rooster sized comb.
Luckily she only had a touch on a few tips. It's totally healed now.