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post #1 of 5
7/25/12 at 2:00pm
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We are moving and the buyers of our house want our chicken coop.  Soooo, I've got to build another one at the new house.  I will not have time to do this between the closings of the 2 houses (or much time thereafter, really), so I think I want to just order one of those premade ones with the small run incorporated and use that until I build something next spring.  I have three hens who have yard access a few hours a day.

 

Does anyone have any experience with these?  I know most people think they are horrible, but maybe there are one or two out there that are decent (and under $300-ish) that would last a year or so.  Would love your thoughts.

 

Any other thoughts on moving with chickens very welcome as well. I guess we just load 'em up in a dog crate and introduce them to their new home.  Should I worry about new parasites or bacteria in the soils??  

 

 

Thanks!

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post #2 of 5
7/25/12 at 5:03pm

I recommend hoop coops. You can make them as big or small as you like and compared to a normal run, they are easier and quicker to build. They are more functional IMO as well. It is a 2 person job in most cases to make them. You could stick whatever coop you wanted inside one or attach a coop to the outside. Hoop coops: http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270088/permanent-hoop-coop-in-progress-update-see-post-34

As for what pre-fab coop to get, I really have no idea. Dog houses, play houses, sheds, can all make great coops and can be cheaper. I would look in one of those areas before buying a pre-fab coop. 

I have 18 chickens, one kitten, 3 dogs, 2 hermit crabs, and live on 20 acres in the country. I am CrAzY about chickens and plan on getting more! I am continually working to better my chicken practices and to better my flocks. 

 

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I have 18 chickens, one kitten, 3 dogs, 2 hermit crabs, and live on 20 acres in the country. I am CrAzY about chickens and plan on getting more! I am continually working to better my chicken practices and to better my flocks. 

 

~"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."~Albert Einstein 

 

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post #3 of 5
7/27/12 at 5:17pm

Here is a dog house from Tractor Supply for only $129 (price may vary by location). The top opens so it would be easy to clean. This in my opinion is better than a little pre-fab coop. And, it's waaay cheaper. http://www.tractorsupply.com/ware-manufacturing-premium-doghouse-large-1039751

I have 18 chickens, one kitten, 3 dogs, 2 hermit crabs, and live on 20 acres in the country. I am CrAzY about chickens and plan on getting more! I am continually working to better my chicken practices and to better my flocks. 

 

~"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."~Albert Einstein 

 

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I have 18 chickens, one kitten, 3 dogs, 2 hermit crabs, and live on 20 acres in the country. I am CrAzY about chickens and plan on getting more! I am continually working to better my chicken practices and to better my flocks. 

 

~"There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."~Albert Einstein 

 

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post #4 of 5
7/28/12 at 3:42pm
Don't buy that dog house! Our local TSC has one in and it's very cheap, thin and flimsy. You would be better off with a dog kennel and a poultry pod coop to get you by until you build a new one.

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post #5 of 5
7/28/12 at 5:57pm

Why would they want your chicken coop? Its yours......right? But anyway...if you only need it for a year, you can just use a sturdy dog house and make a temporary run around it and attach a nest box. But if you would prefer a real coop, here are some links.

 

http://www.petco.com/N_25_10354_30_4294949772/Bird-Supplies-On-Sale.aspx

 

http://www.wholesalechickencoops.com/chickencoop.html

 

http://www.cumfychickencoopsnhutchs.com/

 

http://www.chickencoopauthority.com/

 

These are just some sites with good coops and reasonable prices.

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