Category 1: Cold-Hardy Breeds
This breed has a cushion comb and dense feathers, making it ideal for cold climates.
What is Chantecler?
Positioning the coop this way reduces wind exposure.
What is away from prevailing winds?
Frostbite often affects these three body parts in chickens.
What are combs, wattles, and toes?
Frequent egg collection prevents this winter problem.
What is egg freezing and cracking?
Bright eyes and vibrant combs indicate this.
What is good physical health?
Name one breed with a rose comb and thick down.
What is Dominique?
Windows should face this direction to maximize natural light.
What is south?
Name one early sign of frostbite.
What is pale discoloration?
How many hours of daylight should chickens have for consistent egg production?
What is 14 hours?
Active and alert chickens show this type of well-being.
What is behavioral health?
This breed is known for its rose comb but not thick feathering.
What is Hamburg?
Name one method to prevent drafts in outdoor runs
What is plastic coverings?
What should you apply to frostbitten areas for 10 minutes?
What is a warm damp cloth?
Name one enrichment activity to prevent boredom.
What is dust bathing?
Why are regular health checks important in winter?
What is prevent cold stress and disease?
Which breed is the largest among cold-hardy options listed
What is Jersey Giant?
What is the main purpose of ventilation in winter?
What is remove moisture without causing drafts?
Name one strategy to prevent frostbite in the coop.
What is remove wet litter?
What type of music can calm chickens indoors?
What is classical or jazz?
Observing flock dynamics helps detect these issues early.
What are behavioral problems?
Name two single-comb breeds suitable for winter care.
What are Orpington and Rhode Island Red?
How thick should fiberglass batts be for R-38 insulation?
What is 12 inches?
What type of feed helps chickens cope with extreme cold?
What is protein-rich feed?
What tool helps automate supplemental lighting?
What is a timer?
Name two physical indicators of a healthy chicken.
What are full plumage and vibrant red combs?