As we enter the chilly months, you may be wondering how to ensure the well-being and warmth of your feathered friends. Here are some helpful insights and tips to support your flock from May to August, keeping them healthy and comfortable during the colder season. Understanding Feather Moulting With the arrival of autumn, the…
The Moulting Season Have your chooks started to moult yet? Are you noticing feathers floating around the coop? With the Autumn moult imminent you can do a lot to help your flock through this demanding time. Moulting is triggered by hormones that respond to less daylight hours, actually making new feathers whose growth pushes…
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There are a few things that we can do over the Autumn molt period and into the cold Winter weather to look after our backyard chooks well. Winter in the ‘Chookouse’ Ventilation in the chook house is essential for your flock throughout the whole year including Winter, so don’t be tempted to block up…