I got my first egg today from one of the 4 chicks hatched in early April. The others appear to be ready any day now as well. So exciting to find an egg after waiting so long.
It looks good, and you’ll be searching for a screen for the top to keep them in there before you know it because they grow fast. I’d keep some plain water in there for them as well just to make sure they stay well hydrated if they don’t care for the flavor of the electrolytes. You might also...
I think your plan is pretty solid for what you have to work with. It looks like there is a slide out tray so taking that out should remove most of the floor and leave it structurally sound. The side with the existing sliding pop door will need to be removed too, but should be fairly easy to just...
It breaks down a bit faster than pine shavings because but they work just as well in the coop and run. Since they are free, it’s a win win!
Young chicks do seem to want to try eating it so be careful with that.