![]() ![]() While it is stunning, it seems to be rather simple to construct, as seen in the picture. If you don’t have a huge yard or if you’re raising just a few chickens, this raised chicken coop is ideal for you. ![]() You’re now ready to construct a chicken coop, so that’s all you need to know. Otherwise, the entire page would become too long if I went into too much detail in this article. That’s the fundamental, but not the whole story. Lighting – in the winter, warm lights can boost egg production.Poop boards – place it below perching area, it’ll save you a lot of time cleaning the coop.Dust bath box – chickens need to clean themselves with dust to stay healthy.The run – in the addition to the shelter, an outdoor fenced area is important to keep your chickens happy.Perch area – chickens love to sleep on perch.Feeder and waterer – for obvious reasons.Windows/ventilation – your chicken will get sick easily if there’s no light and proper ventilation.You need to have at least 1 box per 2 hens with the size of 12x12x12 inches and about 10-20 inches above the ground Nesting box – this is where your hens will lay their eggs.Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning. ![]() There are things on the inside (and outside) of your coop to keep your hens alive and healthy, not just a wall and roof to protect them. Pro tip: Make sure there isn’t a major problem in the area for at least one week before deciding on a location.
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