Single hen

[CatsCube]

I noticed my cube has a lot of gaps that you can see daylight through, as well as the ventilation bits, Im a bit concerned as winter sets in, particularly if its windy that it will get pretty draughty in their, which I know can be fatal to chooks, do you cover yours with a branket or tarp or anything in the winter to avoid this?

[tenzin]

If you're concerned just use a big blanket , that should be fine

[Scooby]

Hi Catscube

 

I don't really have an answer to your question but I'm really pleased you asked about this as I've been saying our cube is a bit gappy since it got here beginning Oct. I'm pretty sure Omlet say it's supposed to be warm for the hens in winter but I'd like to know how with all those draughts.

 

We thought we might get an old piece of carpet/rug or something like that to drap over the top - however, not sure how to secure it. If anyone has any suggestions I'd be most grateful too!

 

Thanks

Scooby

[CatsCube]

I think I will do this then, will cut some holes near the edges of an old blanket and attach bungy cords, just for night time use.

[Chickaboo]

I don't have a cube but I think the eglu is a bit draughty, so I roll up newspaper as a draught excluder and pad out the gaps.

[chelsea]

in the depth of winter overnight we cover the eglu with a duvet (my sister was chucking it out)

 

to be honest I am sure with the chooks and their abundance of feathers they are perfectly fine...its just me...i am a worrier and it gives me peace of mind!!

[The Dogmother]

They'll be fine - chooks need good air circulation as airlessness and a build up of ammonia from their poo could be dangerous. If you're concerned, call Johannes at Omlet... the number's on the home page.

 

Mine sleep with the eglu door open at night unless it's sub-zero.