Copper in chicken coop

[WindingWater]

I have a chicken coop with some gaps. I planned on filling the gaps with metal scrubbies. The scrubbies I found are copper. Can I use these safely with my chickens?

 

[ChickenCanoe]

What are scrubbies? Do they have another name?
Is that like a scrubbing pad? I don't know why it would be harmful to chickens but why not just use another board to cover the gap or even some sheet metal?

 

[CatWhisperer]

What would be the purpose of using scrubbier and where are the gaps? Some pictures may assist others in helping you.

 

[aart]

Is that like a scrubbing pad?

I would assume so.


Not the best choice to fill gaps...tho they can be good at deterring small rodents.
I wouldn't put them were a chicken could get at them,
they like to pick at stuff and could ingest some.
1/2" hardware cloth would be better.


Pics and more info about there gaps would definitely help here.
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[Sequel]

I bought some of those and mine are actually plastic coated with a tiny bit of copper which peels off into tiny little jagged wires. I’m hyper vigilant about not getting those into the compost bucket, they look like a horrible thing for a bird to eat! They used to be real copper and were really good scrubbers. I wouldn’t use them anywhere near my chickens! I hope you find a solution, like hardware cloth. Good luck!

 

[WindingWater]

The gaps are near the base of the coop. I will post photos, hopefully tomorrow. I am hoping to deter rodents and weasels from getting into the coop. I read somewhere that these type of pads were good for this purpose. I am not sure if there are good attachment sites for using hardware cloth.

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[rosemarythyme]

It might deter rodents but sure doesn't seem very secure if you're facing a determined weasel. Why can't the gaps be covered by wood or by wire mesh that's secured in place? Photos of gaps you're trying to cover?

 

[SurferchickinSB]

I have a chicken coop with some gaps. I planned on filling the gaps with metal scrubbies. The scrubbies I found are copper. Can I use these safely with my chickens?

I wouldn’t use those, if your chickens accidentally pick at them it could cut up their insides.