The "Fluffy Butt Hut" mobile coop

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TheChickenHouse1234
So Good! Love the ideas! Keep up the good work!:D:D
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Does the wire keep predators out?
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It does keep large predators out very well. Wire to metal connections are very sturdy. Rats, or Weasels could easily squeeze through that wire though. I wouldn't put any small chicks in this pen because of the rat issue. We don't see many Weasels in our area, doesn't mean they aren't there, but it was much easier to buy this wire in bulk that small rolls of hardware cloth. We decided to bite the bullet and go for it. So far so good.
3KillerBs
Looks wonderfully sturdy. I expect that people who can't weld could copy the idea in wood with a little extra bracing.
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Yep! We just used the steel because our climate is so wet. Didn't want to have to rebuild it in a couple years when the wood started to rot. ;0)
MROO
This would be an excellent coop for areas with large predators! While the welding DIY is not for everyone, it certainly makes for a solid-looking coop. I partly agree with the poster that the skirts would be better on the outside, but that would seriously cut down on the coop's mobility. Perhaps some hinged skirt panels on the outside, ones that could be clipped up while moving, would do the trick.
Overall, I REALLY like this design! Some minor tweaking might even make it marketable for high-predator areas. Nice job!
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Thank you! I agree about the skirt. I believe that is why we put it on the inside, but am honestly not entirely sure why we put it there. If I did it again, and I think I will for my ducks, much longer though, thank I would put the skirt in the outside, and the hinge idea is great! I'll definitely consider that for our next build. Thank you for the feedback!
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