Quote: I think that may be the problem, and her drainage was inadequate
If sand is DEEP enough, it's "self maintaining"
If sand is DEEP enough, it's "self maintaining"
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The birds will eat some of the sand. It helps them digest their food.I love sand but I feel as if I'm constantly having to buy more. I suspect they may be eating it.
You need to experiment with it to find the perfect amount for you. In one of my coops I have about 2 inches and scoop daily with kitty litter scoop (always wear mask).How deep does the sand need to be? I am getting close to finishing our new coop for the girls to winter in. The hen house portion is 5' X 9' and the enclosed run is 10' X 9'.
Right now the run has grass but that won't last long once the girls get in there. The roof overhangs the covered run by about 15 inches but the hardware cloth walls are tall 8 ft on one side and 10 ft on the other. I plan to put up plastic to keep out the snow but the top of the sides will still be open for ventilation.