The heat is on. Keeping the chickens comfortable includes giving them plenty of cool treats chickens love. Making sure your chickens can stay cool,by finding shade, cool water and a gentle breeze from a fan or cross ventilation is very important. There is more of a risk of losing chickens from heat stroke than from cold temperatures.  Many fruits and vegetables are enjoyed by chickens and can be added to a list of cool treats chickens love. In my flock, watermelon, frozen peas, and … [Read more...]