Entrepreneurs in England have discovered a groundbreaking niche: safety vests for domestic fowl. The demand is high.
What tempted at first to smile turns out to be useful invention. The safety vest provides comfort and protection at the same time and also increases the visibility of the chickens at night. The idea came to the English company due to requests of some customers. John Paul explains: “Many of our customers keep the chickens in her garden and the last winter was very cold. Then, the customers have warmly recommended designing a cloak for the chickens so that they no longer have to freeze. “The reflective surface protection is also guaranteed by road. Thus, the company killed two birds with one stone.
The online shop from Oxford shire has everything you could wish the animal holder heart – and much more. Originally sold to chicken coops, but now the range has been enlarged. The safety vest by reflective fabric for our feathered friends came last October at the market. So far 1500 pieces around the world were sold.
The company had six prototypes for a vest elaborated that warm the chicken and in its normal activity should not restrict. The breathable, weather resistant fabric the outside reflects light and draws attention in traffic to itself. The inside is used for heating the chicken and consists, which was developed by NASA and serves as an excellent insulator. Even if the chickens are not planning any space mission, they will be protected from wind, rain and snow. Cost point for a vest: 20 francs.
“At first, the chicken ran backwards …”
In the UK, the company meets with big run – which is obviously one million households who own domestic hens. These holders also include Sandaled Ali. They reported positive experiences with the vest. “We were looking for something that keeps you warm our chickens in winter. Then we came across these fluorescent jackets. Initially we found it funny, but then it turned out to be very useful. When the chickens were wearing the reflective vest, she suddenly ran back, but after a few minutes, she got used to the new cloak. ”
If the trend from the United Kingdom should also be well received in Switzerland, be prepared, if you like a chicken should come at a joyride in the way!