It’s hot, electrolytes for how long?

[Nellylee]

I live in Arizona and we’ve been trying to keep our chickens cool with tarps, misters and now electrolytes. I read that you are not supposed to give them electrolytes long term due to the salt. What else should I give them to help them out? They seem to really like the electrolyte though.

 

[boskelli1571]

I usually will give them electrolytes/vitamins as a 'top up' once a week if the weather is very hot.
Can you give them some watermelon? It is rich in electrolytes and chickens usually enjoy it