Easy Indoor Dust Bath For Your Chickens

Easy Indoor Dust Bath For Your Chickens | DIY Chicken Dust Bath

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Жыл бұрын

With only a few ingredients, we're going to show you how to make an indoor dust bath for your chickens. This dust bath is perfect for winter use in your coop! Easy to make, no mess, and the chickens love it.
The tub is a Sterilite 200 quart container from Home Depot (I think it was $24).
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@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

We hope this helps chicken owners who need an indoor dust bath for their hens! This works for our gals!

@desertdee1 11 ай бұрын

What if you don't have access to wood ash?

@TheOldSwedesFarm 11 ай бұрын

@@desertdee1 I would ask around if anyone has a firepit in their yard. Maybe you can borrow some ash after their next fire. Could you have a small fire to enjoy (and collect ash)? I don't know what would substitute for the ash. I guess the DE and dirt would be good on their own too. The ash just adds to the mixture and makes it smoother, versus all dirt. Hope that helps.

@desertdee1 11 ай бұрын

@@TheOldSwedesFarm Thank you. I was thinking maybe adding peat moss. Even if some have fireplaces, it's summer so very high temps where I live. No fireplaces running. :D

@pamanderson1417 Жыл бұрын

Rich, the ladies like privacy when bathing 😉

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Ha! You're probably correct! I think they see me, and they want treats!! Thanks Pam!

@chardell1000 2 ай бұрын

They say here comes our treat, thank you.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 2 ай бұрын

I think that is the best theory. They see me and equate me with food. They can't get on with their lives and continue dust bathing when I might be food! Cheers!

@greenthumbelina7331 Жыл бұрын

Rich, they jump out to see if you brought them treats! You could try setting up a camera, but they'd probably just poop on the lens! Chickens aren't modest critters, but they are extremely curious, and they want to see you. You're their person, the one who feeds them, and the one they see multiple times each day! The chicken whisperer, lol! ~Margie🐔🐥

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

You're probably correct about the treats. They love their treats! We're working on mounting a camera in the barn to watch them. As always, thanks for watching and commenting! Cheers Margie!

@gbltheolechurch5acrehomestead Жыл бұрын

Hi Rich….nice winter day there! Your girls are happy inside! Easy 3 ingredients dust bath tub!

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Easy Peasy! It was a nasty day the day I filmed this. It's nasty again today with a foot of snow forecast through tomorrow. Stay safe Garry! Cheers!

@dreamER.86 Жыл бұрын

L. 49. full watch. thanks for great share your video. i like it! 💯👍

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and liking! We appreciate your support!

@cduffy6708 7 ай бұрын

Cool idea..!

@TheOldSwedesFarm 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! Simple, inexpensive and the hens love it!

@farkleberry471 Жыл бұрын

I've seen folks use large tractor tires, too, for dust baths. Thanks for sharing!

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

That would work too. For us, it would take up a LOT of space in the barn. I wanted to have a lower profile unit. I may find a tire for an outside bath for them in summer. Thanks for sharing!

@BARBSCOUNTRYHOME999 Жыл бұрын

We've been getting so much rain here that there was nowhere to take a dust bath.. So we made them a sandbox.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

A perfect solution! We're getting the snow and you're getting the rain. Either way, we'll both have moisture for our gardens. Cheers Barb!

@gardeningmadeeasywiththeol3945 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rich, sounds like you still have some really cold and wintry weather! Here in the UK it is fairly mild and wet at the moment. You look after your girls so well & must enjoy the dust bath ! Best Wishes, Paul & Nadj.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

We're going to receive another foot of snow today/tomorrow. It just won't stop! Our hens love a good dust bath! Happy New Year Paul & Nadj! Cheers!

@MayfieldRanch Жыл бұрын

60 supervisors- perfect! Great idea Rich! I always give them the ash and some DE in their coup. They probably jump out thinking you are bringing them a treat.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

I think you're correct about the treats! They see me and come running! Happy New Year Cady!

@gmkowal3880 8 ай бұрын

Do you spread it on the bedding or do you have an indoor bath?

@evelynwoolston7 9 ай бұрын

We tried using a large dustbin lid but they ignored it and after seeing our 3 dustbathe in soil, I saw that it was just too shallow.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 9 ай бұрын

Depth is key. I think they need at least 4" in the bath, if not 6". They like getting down in it and rolling around. Keep me posted how your dust bath turns out. Cheers!

@HollywoodRuby 5 ай бұрын

Herbs like lavender, spearmint, and Saturday Lime.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 5 ай бұрын

I've never added all the herbs. My girls have been very healthy and just didn't want the extra expense. How do they benefit from the herbs? I'd love to learn. Cheers!

@goforit8 Жыл бұрын

Yes, great idea Rich. Will definitely try this. Chickens are always so curious and funny to watch.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

You are correct - they're fun to watch! They never cease to amaze us! It's funny that they don't want to be watched! Thanks for watching! Cheers!

@chuckvenable4409 Жыл бұрын

You've got a great looking chicken house for all those birds ! First time I've watched your channel. Really informative 😃. Thank you ...😊

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Chuck. We appreciate your support! We've got a great spot for our hens! Have a great week!

@LLjean-qz7sb 11 ай бұрын

Do you like somebody watching you taking a bath?!!! LOL!

@TheOldSwedesFarm 11 ай бұрын

Ha! I guess the hens like to be private! Cheers!

@gemmasamion Жыл бұрын

wow you're great, useful sharing, very creative that others don't think of making it, may it be easier in 2023, you'll be more successful, god bless 🤩👍👏🙏

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! I appreciate the support! If you haven't already, please subscribe to our channel. Thanks again for all the support! Happy New Year!!

@moawademan Жыл бұрын

Good morning my friend 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 happy beautiful

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy New Year!!

@BroqueCowgirlHomestead Жыл бұрын

Mites thrive in colder weather for whatever reason. Not just chicken mites, but ear mites on rabbits. Mites or lice on goats are more common in winter as well.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

I hope this helps keep the mites low. We've never had issues with mites, but I never want to! Thanks for watching Gwen!

@Damselfly54315 Жыл бұрын

Trail cam it, lol...thanks for ur video and hi from Pa😊

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

We're working on having an inside camera in the barn. Then we can really watch them in action!! Cheers!

@Damselfly54315 Жыл бұрын

@@TheOldSwedesFarm SOUNDS GREAT, atta boy😊👍🏻 love ur videos😊

@Thomasfarmstn Жыл бұрын

68 degrees Fahrenheit here today with storms. I have a friend who must take a dust bath, lol!

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Yep. I've known a few people who (I believe) dustbathed!! Thanks for letting me know about your weather! Happy New Year Russ!

@MinuteontheMountain Жыл бұрын

Hope the new year is off to a great start for you guys.

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

We received another ten inches of snow with more on the way. We're getting our moisture! Thanks for stopping by and watching! Did you ever get any shots of the elk? I'll stop by to take a look. Happy New Year!

@MinuteontheMountain Жыл бұрын

@@TheOldSwedesFarm I haven't hiked back up to pull those cameras yet, so I'm not sure.

@clivesconundrumgarden Жыл бұрын

Seems like a nice compact system. So, you just add to it, as opposed to dumping it and making "new" ? They probably jump out because they see you as the treat bringer 🤔 All the best in 2023 Rich. Cheers Jason and Colleen 🌱🌱🌱

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

I think you're correct about the treats! As for the bath, I just add to it. Makes it simple! Thanks for watching and have a great new year! Cheers to 2023 Jason & Colleen!

@CookBrookCountryLife Жыл бұрын

Maybe they think you're going to carry them out tub and all! If it were more shallow they might not leap out right away when you watch. Your barn always looks warm and dry and even sunny in any weather!

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

I'm starting to think that they think I'm bringing treats, and that's why they jump out! It's a bit damp right now as we're receiving a foot of new snow! It just doesn't want to stop! Cheers!

@LifewithBlindaandChuck Жыл бұрын

Well I think I wouldn't like people filming me while I bathe either. lol

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

Ha! Good one Chuck! I think they just think I'm bringing treats!! Happy New Year to you two!

@cduffy6708 7 ай бұрын

I wouldn't let someone film me while I was bathing either..!

@TheOldSwedesFarm 7 ай бұрын

Ha! Isn't that the truth! Cheers!

@LittleHomesteadOnHinerPond 7 ай бұрын

We also live in MN (Twin Cities area) and only have six hens. I’m going to make a smaller bin for dust bathing but my question is can I put it in our 5 x 7 coop? Or would it be better to put it in the run which is 7 x 11?

@TheOldSwedesFarm 7 ай бұрын

I guess I would put it in the run. If it's in the coop, it's probably going to be under a roost. The hens will be pooping in it and it won't be as hygienic. If you can put it in the run, in an area where rain and snow won't get in it, that would be best. If you ever want to run down to check out our place, just drop us a note. It's always fun to talk chickens! oldswedesfarm@gmail.com. Cheers!

@sherrybarnard6251 6 ай бұрын

In the run if covered but don’t use DE. Use lime. Research it

@juliegrossman3733 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for an informative video! In a smaller coop, 10 x 6, what would be the minimum size of a dust bath?

@juliegrossman3733 3 ай бұрын

Sorry--I see you've addressed this question in other comments, which I just read.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 3 ай бұрын

@@juliegrossman3733 I'd go with the same size. You want something that multiple hens can get into. Let me know if you've got further questions Julie. Cheers!!

@gmkowal3880 8 ай бұрын

Some of the wood ash got wet. Will this burn the birds by creating lye? I live in northern canada.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 8 ай бұрын

We have never had an issue with this. The hens get into the fire areas all the time and have never had an issue.

@gmkowal3880 8 ай бұрын

Please wear a dust mask when working with Diatomaceous earth.

@gmkowal3880 8 ай бұрын

There isn't enough reliable information available to know if diatomaceous earth is safe or what the side effects might be. Side effects in people who work with diatomaceous earth in large amounts include serious lung problems, even lung cancer.

@gmkowal3880 8 ай бұрын

After reviewing I see you say FOOD grade DE.

@TheOldSwedesFarm 8 ай бұрын

@@gmkowal3880 Yep. Food grade is what we use. I keep away from the dust but I think we're OK. Thanks for stopping by to watch.

@gregoryangrisani2945 7 ай бұрын

how do you know how much diatomaceus to add?

@TheOldSwedesFarm 7 ай бұрын

I usually go less than a third for the DE. Go with a 40% dirt, 40% ash and 20% DE and it'll be a great mix! Hope this helps!

@Homestead.Dreamer Жыл бұрын

Can you please explain why the girls need a dust bath? The cities got hit hard today! Cars stuck in the right lane on 494, crazy 😮

@TheOldSwedesFarm Жыл бұрын

We are having quite a fun mix of precip right now. Yuck! The girls need to dustbathe to coat their skin with dirt, etc. It keeps the mites, fleas, etc. from getting on their skin. Without it, they could have bugs all over them and they would be miserable. Hope that helps.

@Homestead.Dreamer Жыл бұрын

@@TheOldSwedesFarm good to know, thanks! Stay safe.