This is a universal automatic coop door that comes with everything needed to install this door on practically any coop. The opener mechanism is weather-proof and runs on 4 AA batteries. You can set the door to open and close either at times of your choosing or using the sunlight sensors, which...
Has anyone created a good safety mechanism for automatic coop doors?
I built a door for my coop early this year, with a timer and a metal door that slides down on a 12v actuator. Looks a bit like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HRT5WD2/?tag=backy-20
We got a new batch of chickens...
When I got chickens for the first time last year, my husband thought I was absolutely crazy as I surprised him with my new little fluff ball babies. I was so excited and had big plans to build them a coop during the time they were in the brooder. About 2 weeks before they were due to make their...
Hi All,
Inspired by this thread from @JerryR708 ( https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/pawhut-chicken-coop.1219726/#post-19503657 ) my husband and I spent about 4 weeks working on our Pawhut 144" coop with attached run (we have limited time so spent a few hours here and hour there). We...
Hi Backyard Chicken people -- finally joining the flock!
This is my second time raising chickens after a long hiatus. My first chickens, acquired at age 10, were a pair of roosters named Blackie and Cupcake (gifted from a classmate who was convinced at the time that Blackie was a boy and...
Do you ever get tired of having to let your chickens out of the coop in the morning and having to go back out every night to close 'em up to make sure they're safe at night. Watch this video it might be your answer. This will make your life much easier.
JT thanks for the videos of your coop door.
I am gathering information to get an automatic door on my coop. I have had a raccoon get to my flock and killed all but 2 of them. So it has to be really secure. I don’t mind buying a premade one or building my own. Just want the most secure and safe...