How Cold Is Too Cold For Chickens, Winter Care Basics Review

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In this video I talk about how cold is too cold for chickens and review many of the tips from my previous winter care videos. I do my best to condense everything here and mention it all in one video. Some of these tips are repeated here from previous content to be sure I mention all of the essential basics. Do you have additional tips about caring for chickens in cold temperatures that have been helpful to you? Please share your thoughts in the comments. New topic next week!

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Some additional information from the video here:
Temperature adjustment for new seasonal norms typically takes 24-48 hours
Normal signs of cold stress: Huddling, one raised foot, lowered activity
More concerning signs: extremely lowered activity, lethargy
Very concerning: no activity, open beak, not eating or drinking, distressed sounds
Always consult a livestock vet if you feel it is needed. Use your best judgement when intervention and additional measures are needed for your flock.
I talk about typical temperature ranges for chickens. Extreme cold weather chicken keeping is possible. It requires good facilities and diligent sanitation and maintenance.
Chicks should be fully feathered (8-10 weeks of age) before they go outside. Feathers help them regulate their body temperature and stay warm.
Some of the information will be a review. I add additional specifics throughout.
My husband let me know I say “ground cover litter” too much so, feedback received lol. It’s important though! So I don’t regret mentioning it because reducing moisture in your chicken area is important to maintaining their health especially in the winter season.

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