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Best ways to keep chickens warm and what to feed them in winter?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How can I prevent my rooster and hen from getting cold??? I am giving my rooster and hen a mixed amount of whole grain,corn,soya,etc,. Is that correct or I want to give it in some other types????

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Answered By Joy Fuhrman, DVM, MBA, CPA

Veterinarian

Published on March 3rd, 2017

If you are concerned about your birds getting cold you should keep them in a wind-proof enclosed shelter and provide them additional heat with a heat lamp. The feed you described is appropriate provided they are in cold weather. You should not feed corn if the temperature is above 90 degrees Fahrenheit or 32 degrees celsius.

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