Lime in broiler pens

[Pine Roost]

As the weather gets warmer, the smells get stronger. Yes, I clean out my pens on a regular basis....but that doesn't help a ton with the smell. My question: Is Hydrated Lime safe to put in the pens with chickens? I have been told by a few people that it will not hurt them at all, and help tremendously with smell....what do yall say?

 

[TheChickInn]

I have been using PDZ ( the horse stall refresher) for several years now without any problems. I like to use it on the floor of my coop but especially like to use it in the brooder where it needs to stay warmer- therefore, more odors. It is all natural, so no need to worry if some gets accidentally ingested by chicks.

 

[TheChickInn]

One more thing......make sure your coop has enough ventilation. Often this is the biggest culprit for having coop odor.

 

[Pine Roost]

Yea I've seen sweet PDZ, but I have a lot of hydrated lime, so I need to know if it's safe to use it in a pen. It's it very well ventilated.
Anyone know?

 

[LindaB220]

Yea I've seen sweet PDZ, but I have a lot of hydrated lime, so I need to know if it's safe to use it in a pen. It's it very well ventilated.
Anyone know?

Google it. Hydrated lime in chicken coops. Works well.

 

[Pine Roost]

I see that it could burn their feet if it gets wet. That could be a problem..