Prepare Your Chickens For The Rainy Season

It's that time of year again: Time for rain. With
summer comes rain, heat, and the perfect
conditions to cause harm to you flock. Is your
flock prepared for the upcoming rainy season?
Before it's too late, here are some tips to help
get you and your flock ready for the rainy
season, keeping your flock safe, healthy, and
happy. Ensure proper shelter. The number one
item on your list should be shelter for your
flock.

Your flock should always have a safe area to
retire to at the end of the day, or anytime they
feel threatened. If you do not trust machine made
coops, there are a variety of resources available
to help aid you in creating your own coop.
Building your own coop also gives you creative
freedom, allowing you to add those fancy
windows, bunk bed style nests, and any other
unique features you may not get from purchasing
a premade coop. Plus - this could always be a
fun activity for the family! Keep coops clean.

Overtime, coops get dirty. This is the perfect
breeding ground for bacteria and disease. These
can not only cause your flock to get sick, but
also places you and your family in danger as
well. Be sure to clean your coops regularly,
making sure to get into the cracks, nooks, and
corners. Make sure you use cleaners that are
safe for use around animals. Bleach is a strong
cleaner, but is harmful to animals. Dish soap
and water are safe options but may not clean as
thoroughly as you'd like. Opt for natural
alternatives, and be sure to read the label
before purchasing. An old remedy is a vinegar
and water solution.

Avoid mold. Moisture, heat, and dark
environments are a breeding ground for mold. We
mentioned you should keep coops clean, but
sometimes harmful mold can sneak by. Mold can be
found almost anywhere, and there are many strains
that are toxic to humans and animals. Be sure to
keep your coop, and your flock, dry. Chickens
can also form types of mold and bacteria under
their wings if not properly cared for.

After a heavy rainstorm be sure to check the
coop thoroughly for any leaks, and also check
your flock. Keep fresh water and food available.
Food should be kept clean, dry, and in a safe
location. Water should be changed daily as
debris often makes its way into the water,
sometimes kicked by the flock, and other times
carried by the wind. Every day your flocks water
should be changed, the container rinsed, and
fresh water should be provided. By following
these steps and the recommendations by local
veterinarians, you will keep your flock happy,
healthy, and safe for the coming months.


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S. O'Connor is the owner of
http://ChickenHousesPlus.com located in Archer,
Florida. In addition to raising healthy, happy
chickens the company also provides fertile
chicken eggs, egg incubators, and Amish built
chicken coops. Customer service is available via
Live Chat.


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