I currently have 3 broody hens. One is on day 14 of sitting on 13 eggs. The other two just started their broody behavior in the last three days. At this point, I don’t want any more chicks than the 13 already developing…would it be possible to split the original clutch between the 3 hens? Is...
I think I will add windows for extra summer ventilation and, of course, sunlight. And I’m thinking some vents up at the very top may be my best option.
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Thank you. I was thinking the roost was quite high but I didn’t even consider them being inaccessible if I may need to reach them. Thank you for your insight!
We recently purchased a home with an existing shed that had been converted to a coop. The inside is roughly 9x9 and 10’ from floor to the highest point of the ceiling.
I believe the previous chickens used the inside crossbars (which are 6’ off the ground) to roost on.
I am very excited to have...