Chicken care in summer
A well-known fact is that chickens struggle to cope with excessive heat. This begs the question: what can we do to assist them?
As humans, we possess the ability to adapt to heat. However, chickens, who excel at tolerating cold temperatures, encounter significant difficulties in adapting during the summer months.
At a temperature of 24°C (75°F), they are able to regulate their body temperature with some difficulty. However, if the temperature rises significantly above this level, they will require our assistance to maintain a safe body temperature.
It is imperative to take proactive measures well before temperatures soar to such extremes. Similar to all chicken-related matters, advance planning remains the most effective strategy to safeguard our chickens.
This webpage presents a compilation of articles offering practical advice on keeping your flock comfortable and secure, regardless of the sweltering summer temperatures.
Do not delay until your flock exhibits symptoms of heat exhaustion. Act promptly. Waiting until they overheat may result in a critical situation.
The gravity of the situation cannot be overstated.
