So you’ve gotten your flock all settled in their cozy coop, but you’d like to give them a bit more space to roam around without getting eaten by a predator or simply flying over to the neighbor’s house (Yep it happens more than you think). Just how does one accomplish this feat without completely confining…
If you are thinking of building a chicken coop or revising the design of your existing coop, deciding what type of windows to put in can be a bit of a challenge. Do you want big windows for lots of natural light? Or to save money would a simple small window work? Good lighting in…
If you’re in the market for chicken coop, you’ve likely perused the internet and realized the OVERWHELMING number of options available. The number of new chicken coops out there is staggering. It wasn’t that long ago that chicken coops were harder to find and many people simply built their own or bought one at a…
If you’re in the process of building your coop, or even if you’ve already built your coop – read on to learn more about the importance of adding chicken coop ventilation. Although it may be something that seems simply optional, inadequate ventilation in your coop can make your flock sick! In this article we’ll delve…
Whether you own a large, medium, or small chicken coop, having wheels on it can make a big difference of how “user friendly” your coop can be. I own a stationary coop but have been contemplating adding wheels for quite some time. But are chicken coop wheels really needed? In this article we’ll take a…
Having a great coop for your flock is a no brainer – they need shelter, a place to stay out of the rain, protection from predators etc. But giving your chickens a place to roam around makes a big difference in their overall happiness as well. If you have chickens, you already know how entertaining…
If you’re like me, you’re always searching to find ways to make the daily grind of raising chickens a bit easier. And with today’s technology, everything is getting easier, including raising chickens. There are automated chicken feeders, watering systems…and now there are automatic chicken coop doors! But is paying a fairly steep price tag really…
So you’ve decided it’s time for a new coop…maybe you’re brand new to raising chickens and are excited about finding a new home for your feathered friends. Or maybe you’ve been raising chickens for awhile and you simply need a larger coop. Whatever your situation, I hope to provide you with the needed information on…
There are hundreds of different designs available for your coop. A picture of my coop is posted below – It’s made of used lumber and left over house paint. I’m not gonna kid ya, it was A LOT of work…but so worth it! Unfortunately we sold our house a couple years ago so someone else…