
Free range chickens jostle for a position in the sun on a cold winter’s day with snow on the ground.
Taking care of chickens in winter
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What exactly is “deep litter” for chicken coops?
“Deep litter” is a different old-age method for the winter coop. Instead of constantly cleaning the coop, you turn the bedding, add new layers of bedding, and allow the old layers to decompose on the floor of the coop all winter. It creates more warmth and less disease. Read more here.
This is very informative and useful post. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for writing such a sweet article! It made my day to think about some happy chickens being well taken care of and romping around in the winter. If only every animal owner was as kind and thoughtful as you are!
I live in the mountains of California where we will get a good amount of snow a year. Im looking to get a few chickens for my kids to raise and care for. I feel its much better then video games. My first question is how do you keep the water from freezing in the winter? My first thought was maybe a fish tank heater. my next question is what is a good breed for the beginners. I want something that will yield eggs but also something that my kids will have fun with. I plan on building a 6Wx8Lx6H coop. I know this is an old thread but sure could use some advise.
Dan
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