Today we had our first big snowfall in Concord. The snow has since turned to freezing rain, but we had enough accumulation that the chickens wouldn't leave the coop.
I shoveled their ramp, and then they were willing to look around.
Only one of my Aracaunas would actually venture out into the snow.
I get asked a lot whether chickens are winter-hardy. Lisanne and I selected breeds that can weather a harsh winter without heat - Rhode Island Reds, Orpingtons, Aracaunas and Crested Polish. We knew that Drumlin Farm had these breeds and did not have heated coops, so they informed our decision.
I adopted two bunnies this week too, from my friend Hilary (who incidentally has 5 children - no time for rabbits). I put their hutch in the chicken run and will build a ramp for them so that they can run around freely. They're very very cute and friendly - the caramel colored one is Flopsy, and the black one is Peekaboo (he's a little shy).
My farm is expanding!
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