It is so HOT!!!

[cerealrock78]

Its the summer and its been getting pretty rough these days, even for me but the chickens should be the ones compaining. They have feathered bodies all around AND have to deal with this condition. Its over 80 degrres outside in the sun, a little lower in the shade. They didn't pant, though. Well, mabye just a little. Can somebody help to keep my flock cool?

 

[cpwhip]

80? its been 95 to 110 here humid and nasty but my girls do fine they have shade and love cold watermelons and frozen corn on the cob

 

[MsBagawkbagawk]

80? its been 95 to 110 here humid and nasty but my girls do fine they have shade and love cold watermelons and frozen corn on the cob

x2 I put an empty sour cream or yogurt container or waterbottle (a big tupperware would work, I just don't want to crack any of my tupperware ) filled with water in the freezer, then drop it in their water. I have to change it a few times a day, but it's worth it if it helps them. I have 5 sources of water out there now. And 10 gallons worth are out there for them at any given time. Not much else you can do but keep them comfortable and hydrated.