markhoh3
In the Brooder
I have a 12 x 12 concrete slab- dog kennel. Would it be better to build on slab and put down shavings or build on 4 x 4 with plywood floors? Thanks in advance.
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I second the Deep Litter idea, the concrete slab would make the periodic cleanup much easier. If I may make another suggestion, make your threshold removable or leave it out completely. That way you can just scrape the old litter out the front door into the run.I think I'd stick with slab - but 12 X 12 is a lot of shavings. Straw might be a cheaper alternative. There is also something called the deep litter method you might consider. https://www.backyardchickens.com/newsearch?search=deep+litter+method