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    Coop in a Garage?

    I'm wondering if I should just get a shed and put it in the garage...but that doesn't account for ventilation. Very good thing I'm not planning on a large flock. The garage itself is well ventilated, but to minimize dust and max. ventilation in a structure like a garage is challenging...
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    Coop in a Garage?

    Really good points. Thank you!
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    Run flooring advice please

    Super helpful for another new owner too. Thanks!
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    *weep*. I lost one of my beautiful English Orps today.

    I'm very sorry for your loss. She was a very lucky chicken to have had you for her chicken mom for the time she was here.
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    Coop in a Garage?

    What a good idea! Is there a specific type that is best for chickens, or a preferred place to purchase it? So much easier to put up than either the string or wire!
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    Coop in a Garage?

    I was thinking that if they lived and slept in the coop, it would keep the dirt and dust down, and make keeping the entire area easier to clean...But a large dog kennel would be completely open, so better ventilation. Another idea to research! :)
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    Coop in a Garage?

    Thanks! I think the run will be about 10 by 12 feet, but they will be able to free range at least a couple of hours a day. We have stockade fencing around the backyard, and plan to partition it off into about 3 sections. Someone suggested putting colored string (vinyl?) in no more that two...
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    Coop in a Garage?

    Hi Folks, We have an extra large garage with good ventilation, windows, and a side door. We use it as a gardening shed and storage area. Cars are never inside. I'm wondering about keeping a coop inside the garage, and having the side door open into a large chicken run? In our area, the...
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