smartrus Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Hi guys, just wondered if there was anything I need to know regarding chickens and the snow? Any extra foods or treatments? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Have a look at this article which is linked above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smartrus Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 Thanks very much,a very helpful article. My chickens are in a converted shed and as there are 10 of them I'm guessing they will keep each other warm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 if it's dry but ventilated and there's a few of them, they'll be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 They don't like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smartrus Posted January 19, 2013 Author Share Posted January 19, 2013 Thanks, yes its well ventilated and they huddle together. Has anyone used tonic? Is it something I need? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollyripkim Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I always give mine cod liver oil in their feed when its really cold, just a splash mixed well mixed in then a sprinkling of chicken spice, the cod liver oil helps it stick. Not sure if its absolutely necessary but makes me feel better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
libby22 Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I give mine warm mash for their breakfast - just their normal pellet/crumb food with some warm water mixed in. Don't know if it helps but I feel better giving them a warm breakfast and they gulp it all down so must be ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smartrus Posted January 20, 2013 Author Share Posted January 20, 2013 Thats a good idea. I will do that in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuryFCA1 Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Mine love their pellets in the morning mixed with hot water and hot milk. The milk gives them calcium and is good for the eggs too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
