They have plenty of shade that stays all day. I was just worried because the seemed uncomfortable at night, and I think there might be some ways to keep them cooler. Thanks for the tips!!
They are holding their wings away from their bodies. Outside the coop during the daytime ranges from 85 to 95. They do pretty well during the day and have plenty of cool fresh water. I have 16 new girls, and they are the ones that have a hard time. I've got one 9 year old, who is pretty...
My hens are sleeping in their coop, but there is continuous panting, and the coop temperature is 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Their coop is well-ventilated, and I have a fan blowing to circulate the air. Just wondering if any of you guys had any ideas to help keep them cooler at night. Thanks!
that sounds like a great idea. he needs to be put in his place and taught not to be a bigshot. your chickens will figure out their pecking order sooner than later.
I have a few hens that just act broody in that same way, it might just be their personality. As long as they are still laying I wouldn't worry too much about it. Some hens just have a natural mother instinct that can tease you into thinking they are broody.
Ooh, so pretty! Could be a Cochin or Wyandotte. He looks like he might have some easter egger in him possibly as well. My guess is a mix of all 3 or just 1 of them. I'm pretty sure you can get a chicken breed identifier app on your phone to help you!
I've had some similar problems, one of my hens recently went broody, and 3 others are acting broody but not staying on the nest. They all have bare bellies, which I know is a sign of broodiness. I broke the one that I knew was broody, and now she is fine. Not sure about the others. I also have...
I've had some similar problems, one of my hens recently went broody, and 3 others are acting broody but not staying on the nest. They all have bare bellies, which I know is a sign of broodiness. I broke the one that I knew was broody, and now she is fine. Not sure about the others. I also have...