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Management Tips – Winter Care of Laying Hens

February 18, 2019

In order to keep laying hens productive through the winter months, it is vital to keep them well fed and watered, warm, healthy, and comfortable. Below are some management tips to help you properly care for your laying hens in the winter: Warmth:  Laying hens begin to slow egg production when temperatures drop below 55 degrees F. Provide adequate warmth for the birds and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animal Health, Ask the Expert, Current Issue, Poultry Tagged With: Chickens, laying hens, poultry, winter care

Winter Care for Rabbits

February 15, 2019

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Winter is a difficult time for many animals, including rabbits. Rabbits are more able to cope with cold weather conditions than hot conditions, but given the wrong conditions, rabbits can suffer from exposure, frostbite, and decreased body temperature.  Smaller breeds of rabbits may be more susceptible to cold temperatures than larger breeds of rabbits because their small body … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animal Health, Ask the Expert, Current Issue, Rabbit/Cavy/Small Animal Tagged With: Rabbits, winter care

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