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Chicken Coops and Runs
Choosing and setting up your chicken coop and run is key for healthy hens that produce lots of eggs. This is not only true for the professional poultry farms I have advised over the years, but also for backyard chicken keepers.
There are many choices to be made. Will you buy or build a chicken coop? Do you like a metal, wooden, or plastic chicken coop or run? Wooden chicken coops look best in my opinion, but require some maintenance. Plastic chicken coops are easy to clean and durable. Do you prefer a normal or moveable chicken coop, also called a chicken tractor? Or maybe a smart chicken coop that includes the latest technologies, is automated, and can be accessed via an app?
No matter what type you pick, make sure your hens have enough space and are protected from the elements and predators. There is a good option for every chicken keeper and budget. Keep on reading to learn more.
Choosing the right chicken coop and run is a big decision. Learn more about types, materials, security, and equipment like feeders, drinkers, and nesting boxes.
Keep your chickens happy and safe! Discover how well-designed chicken runs prevent escapes, deter predators, and keep your flock active and healthy.
Discover 9 essential tips to create a cozy and safe winter chicken coop! Keep your flock safe, warm, and healthy this winter with simple, expert-backed advice.
Build your dream coop! Get 9 free chicken coop plans to DIY with expert tips for a safe, comfy home your hens will love. Start your project today!
Discover everything about chicken tractors! Get expert answers to the top 20 questions on portable chicken coops, benefits, best picks, predator safety & more.
Keep chickens cool in summer with expert tips! Learn how to prevent heat stress with ventilation, cooling techniques, hydration, feeding strategies, and more.
Keep your flock safe! Build a predator-proof chicken coop in a few easy steps with smart tips, strong materials, and layered protection.
Compare our top 7 best automatic chicken coop doors: Run-Chicken, Omlet, ChickenGuard, CoopControls, FarmLite, ChickCozy, and Vevor. Find the best one for you!
Choose the right chicken coop size. My poultry specialist advice from years of helping hobby keepers: never underestimate your chickens’ space needs.
Find out if a large chicken coop is right for your flock. Explore pros, cons, space needs, and buying tips before making a decision.
Discover answers to common questions about small chicken coops: space, design, and care tips for a small but happy flock of hens!
Chicken Equipment and Supplies
The right chicken equipment and supplies are the finishing touch in every coop and run. It would be a pity to invest in the best chicken coop, only to forget about nesting boxes, chicken bedding or lighting. All of these are key to make your hens comfortable and productive.
Did you know that without the right lighting, your chickens might stop laying eggs? That the wrong chicken bedding can cause a wet and dirty chicken coop, or dust that damages your chicken’s lungs? Or that without dark nesting boxes, your hens will go about and lay their eggs everywhere? Although I love an egg hunt for Eastern, I do not prefer searching for eggs the rest of the year.
Discover all there is to know about chicken equipment and supplies in this section. To learn more about feeders and waters, head to the web page on feed and water.
Learn the science behind the best chicken roosts and perches to keep your flock happy, healthy, and roosting in comfort every night.
Compare our top 7 best automatic chicken coop doors: Run-Chicken, Omlet, ChickenGuard, CoopControls, FarmLite, ChickCozy, and Vevor. Find the best one for you!
Optimize your chicken lighting for maximum egg production with tips on: light schedules, intensity, color, position, types, equipment, molting, and more.
Discover the 7 best chicken bedding options for your backyard flock, plus tips on choosing the right bedding and seasonal care to keep your chickens happy!
Discover the essential role of chicken nesting boxes for stress-free hens! Learn to choose the right types, sizes, bedding, and more. Say goodbye to egg hunts!