Just found this thread after buying a "bale" of shavings for the coop so I am going to use up the shavings in the coop until it is used up then convert the coop into a sand floor. My run is bare in that I have grass in it and like the idea that the hens scratch there and get something to eat. I have had the hens for less than a week thus far so this may be subject to change as well.
A very informative thread and thanks to all the posters for their generous input and helpful knowledge.
A very informative thread and thanks to all the posters for their generous input and helpful knowledge.