To answer this question, you have to know what chickens you are getting. Are they bantams or large fowl? Are they considered standard size or extra-large such as Jersey Giants? If y… See more

The easiest and most plentiful material for coop building is wood. If you decide to build your own coop, you can save a lot of money by using freely available stuff, such as wooden … See more

Without a doubt, ventilation to the coop is vital. In summer, the vents will allow the warmer air out, keeping the coop cooler, and in winter, it allows the warm, moiststale air out. Moi… See more

Try to take into consideration all the things that might limit the desirability or accessibility of the coop. Write yourself a list of desirable things for coop location: 1. Dry ground… See more