hens in winter

sussexchook · « **on:** October 06, 2013, 11:13 »

any one have any ideas as to what warm treats I can give my ladies in the winter

Steveharford · « **Reply #1 on:** October 06, 2013, 11:26 »

Two and a quarter hours at 160 ? ;-) I'll get me coat .......

sussexchook · « **Reply #2 on:** October 06, 2013, 11:30 »

you bring the veg then

Sparkyrog · « **Reply #3 on:** October 06, 2013, 15:37 »

layers mash made up with warm water

Sassy · « **Reply #4 on:** October 07, 2013, 10:23 »

A little mixed corn at tea time - they are guaranteed to eat it and it will help to keep them warm overnight.

ANHBUC · « **Reply #5 on:** October 07, 2013, 11:28 »

There are some good tips on keeping hens in winter HERE

andy46 · « **Reply #6 on:** October 07, 2013, 16:30 »

My girls love porridge made with warm water,sometimes i put a small handfull of mealworms or grapes in to they go mad for it.

sussexchook · « **Reply #7 on:** October 07, 2013, 17:44 »

thanks all for your suggestions I will be sure to try some of those

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