If you’re on the fence on whether to build or buy a chicken coop, you’re not alone. The amount of information out there is overwhelming! In this article we’ll take a look at all the angles of both building and buying a chicken coop to hopefully provide a lot more clarity on the dilemma. There’s … Read more
What’s better? A mobile chicken coop vs a stationary one? HELP! If you’re pondering this question and just can’t make up your mind, this article may be for you. There really is no right or wrong answer when it comes to having a mobile chicken coop vs stationary but it’s helpful to know when each … Read more
So, you want to build a sweet pad for your brood but the question keeps popping up, “What kind of wood should I use for a chicken coop?” Well you’ve come to the right place because we are going to break down what you need to know about wood and what works best for coop … Read more
Fed up with watching your chickens play around in the same worn out space? Whether you own a stationary coop but want it to be mobile, or are planning to build a mobile coop, wheels make it happen! In this article, we’ll show you how to attach wheels to a chicken tractor. Is this a … Read more
Whether you’re wanting a couple chickens for eggs, as pets, or to simply just try your hand at raising a small flock of chickens, you’re not alone! Thankfully, there are many items that will work as chicken coops for two chickens, and we’ll delve into many of them here. There are thousands of people out … Read more
For us city-folks, we have limited space for raising chickens. Finding the right coop that doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb and adds value and beauty to a backyard is important. We have some really nifty ideas, plans, and tips to house your flock right outside your back door! See these lovely urban chicken … Read more
Chicken coops can be made from almost anything – revamping an old shed or camping trailer, using scrap lumber, PVC pipes, 50 gallon barrels, tarps, kits, pallets, and the list goes on. Wood is the most commonly used material for coop building. Depending on the size of your coop, buying new lumber can get expensive. … Read more
Before the colder months creep on in, winterizing your chicken coop and run should be on the top of your list to do. Our chickens are more than backyard birds; they are pets and part of the family. We are going to show you how to keep them warm in harsh, frigid winter conditions. Can … Read more
A Review On The Eglu Cube Chicken Coop Boy, have we got a beauty of a coop for you! Not only is it oddly futuristic in appearance, but it’s also portable with options to expand the run size. The Eglu Cube has become a favorite for backyard chickeneers that prefer something other than a stationary … Read more
Do you have a chicken coop/run that looks like it’s missing that “extra something?” There are so many creative elements you can add to the exterior of your coop to make it attractive. Coops can be dressed up with decorative items, repurposed things, vibrant paint colors, plants, and so much more. For many chicken owners, … Read more