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How to Prevent Frostbite in Chickens

New Hampshire Roo

In cold weather chickens become vulnerable to frostbitten combs, wattles, feet, and toes. Frostbite is most likely to occur during the night, when the temperature drops fast. With the knowledge that frostbite happens when the temperature is low and coop humidity is high, you are better equipped to prevent frostbite in chickens. What is frostbite […]

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11 Cold Hardy Bantam Breeds

A Wyandotte bantam in winter

Chickens, including bantams, tend to do better in cold weather than in hot weather. However, some bantams tolerate the cold better than others. Certain features — such as dense plumage, leg feathering, beards, and small combs — contribute to a cold hardiness. Often the country of origin provides a clue to a breed’s climate tolerance. […]

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