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Yes, a chicken run needs a roof to keep your hens inside, and protect them from predators, and the elements. Chickens need an outdoor space… Read More »Should A Chicken Run Have A Solid Roof?

Chickens need perches in their coop to allow them to sleep without standing in their feces. Chickens roost on perches in the wild to avoid… Read More »Do Chickens Need A Perch In Their Run?

Diatomaceous earth will absorb moisture and eliminate smells. So it is a super easy and effective way to control odors around the chicken coop! It’s… Read More »What Do You Sprinkle In A Chicken Coop?

Chickens will need a ramp for access to the chicken coop if their chicken pop hole door is higher than ~18-24 inches above the ground… Read More »Why Do Chicken Coops Have Ramps?

Yes, nesting boxes should be elevated off of the ground by at least 1 1/2 – 2 feet. This is to protect your hens while… Read More »Do Chicken Nesting Boxes Need To Be Elevated?

Several different flooring materials are suitable for chicken coops, including concrete, plywood, and linoleum. Good chicken coop flooring is safe, predator- and rodent-proof, durable, and… Read More »Can A Chicken Coop Have A Concrete Floor?

MAKE SURE YOUR GROUND IS LEVEL Another critical part of preparing your site for your coop installation is to be sure that your coop is… Read More »Does A Chicken Run Need To Be Level?

So yes, chickens can stay inside their coop all day as long as they have everything they need for the entire day, including light. If… Read More »Should You Close Chicken Coop During The Day?

While chickens do sometimes split up — some perching inside, some outside — in our experience, they generally stick together in their decision. We’ve housed… Read More »Is It Ok For Chickens To Sleep In The Run?

– They keep them safe from predators Unlike in a free-range situation, a chicken run will allow your flock to get some fresh air, vitamin… Read More »Why Do Chickens Need A Run?