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kathy

  • Joined Feb 2009
freezing temperatures
« on: February 11, 2009, 09:49:18 pm »
Hi, sure I'm being silly, but haviong just brought my chickens home, I now see that wea are due another cold snap -4 tonight, do they need any extra protection from these temps? Thanks, Kathy
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doganjo

  • Joined Aug 2012
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Re: freezing temperatures
« Reply #1 on: February 11, 2009, 10:46:17 pm »
Just a cosy shed and lots of extra straw and they'll be fine.  Make sure they are shut in around dusk and they have plenty of food during the day.
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Rosemary

  • Joined Oct 2007
    • Barry, Angus, Scotland
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Re: freezing temperatures
« Reply #2 on: February 12, 2009, 09:16:55 am »
Remember they are wearing a duvet! They'll huddle for warmth.
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Castle Farm

  • Joined Nov 2008
    • Hereford/Powys Border. near Hay-on-Wye
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Re: freezing temperatures
« Reply #3 on: February 12, 2009, 11:14:41 am »
I have put a bit about poultry in cold weather on my blog..

www.castlefarmeggs.co.uk
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doganjo

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Re: freezing temperatures
« Reply #4 on: February 12, 2009, 11:45:57 am »
Excellent website and blog. Thank you
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