My coop project started unexpectedly, with the arrival of some chickens my family rescued. I found myself commencing construction during the worse time of the year; the beginning of a Las Vegas summer. Nonetheless, I utilized my trailer parking to start framing the coop and then we trucked the...
I wondered about their feet and how hard it would be on them. I thought the 1/2 by 1/2 mesh would be easier, as oppose to something wider.
Droppings sticking on the mesh is certainly something I can imagine. Since I have plenty of ventillation along the top, including a window, maybe I'll...
I've started assembling my first coop, which has a run that extends under its floor (typical design). I was asked a question that got me thinking... Is there any reason I shouldn't install wire mesh instead of a solid floor? The nest box is separate, so it would not be affected. I'm using...