1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Summer heat can take a serious toll on breeding flocks, affecting everything from egg production and fertility to the overall health and survival of your birds. In this episode of the Bred to Perfection podcast, host Kenny Troiano sits down with renowned poultry expert Peter Brown, better known as the &quot;Chicken Doctor,&quot; to discuss practical, proven strategies for helping chickens thrive during hot weather. Together, they explore how heat stress impacts poultry, the early warning signs every breeder should recognize, and the steps you can take to reduce the risks before temperatures become dangerous. From providing adequate shade and ventilation to managing water, feeding schedules, and supplementation, Peter Brown shares actionable advice that breeders can implement immediately. You'll also learn why humidity matters just as much as temperature, how to safely use misters, what to do in heat-related emergencies, and why certain breeds require extra attention during the summer months. Kenny and Peter also discuss the importance of thoughtful breeding and gene selection in developing resilient strains that can better withstand environmental stress. Whether you're raising a few backyard birds or managing a serious breeding program, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you protect your flock, maintain productivity, and navigate the challenges of summer with confidence. In this episode, you'll learn: How heat stress affects chickens and how to recognize the warning signs. The importance of shade, ventilation, and humidity control. Best practices for keeping water cool and encouraging hydration. Why feeding times matter during hot weather. How vitamins, electrolytes, and other supplements can support your flock. Emergency measures for treating severe heat stress. Breed-specific considerations and building heat-resilient breeding stock. Tune in for expert insights that will help keep your birds healthy, productive, and thriving all summer long. #ChickenCare #PoultryHealth #BackyardChickens #ChickenBreeding #HeatStress #SummerChickenCare #PoultryFarming #FlockManagement #BreedingSuccess #ChickenDoctor #BredToPerfection #PoultryPodcast Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains.&amp;nbsp; Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you.&amp;nbsp; Watch&amp;nbsp;Bred to Perfection Live - Friday’s at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability-all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains. See ya there! Kenny Troiano Founder of &quot;The Breeders Academy&quot;&amp;nbsp; We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl.&amp;nbsp; If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place.&amp;nbsp; We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl. If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com Bred to Perfection https://www.breedersacademy.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/42353205/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/b4151b/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/204873040