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https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/trixie-pet-products-outdoor-run-with-mesh-cover My girls don't have the luxury of free ranging and this would allow them time out of their run.

Yes. I am currently doing the deep letter method in the coop, But I'm always up for more information / a better education.

Heading there now. Thank you!

Where is a good place to find pine pellets?

When the run was built, grass covered the floor of it. Then chickens moved in and now the floor of the run is essentially dirt. Should I add anything to it (Shavings, mulch, sand, etc.)? Should I not? I want to keep the odor to a minimum, prevent flies, and give the chickens something fun to...

Worst case, you can sprout in mason jars if your flock is not huge. There are several seed places online that offer a 'chicken forage mix' that you can look into.

Did it help?

An update: They are still pretty small, but look at all the feathers coming in! I didn't get a picture of the Australorp, but next time. 😁

Just wanted to share some of the cuteness that is my flock (they will be getting names once they are older). I currently have 1 Cochin, 2 Brahmas, 2 hybrids/sexlinks, and 1 Australorp / Australorp-cross. The first girl with the amazing eyeliner is one my hybrid/sexlink. The second is a cochin...

They are adorable!! How old are they?

What type of sand? How many chickens? ((I love seeing pictures!))

Ahhhhhh okay. I don't have pine. Do you think hay and pine shavings would work?

Are they friendly / calm / docile?

I love the idea of the deep litter method. I think there are many pros to using it and it is probably the most cost-friendly method to start with. Where do you get your pine straw from?

Adding some info up in my original posting, but putting it here as well to help provide more insight. My girls will be in their run most of the time (except on weekends when I can let them out supervised) and the Run/Coop combo will be in the shadiest part of the yard, but also have a roof over...

They are adorable!! And oh my - your hen is LOVELY. Now I need to research Dutch hens.....

What is her name?

Does any of our Texas members use sand? Has it worked for you with the heat? Pros / Cons? Added info: My girls will be in their run most of the time (except on weekends when I can let them out supervised) and the Run/Coop combo will be in the shadiest part of the yard, but also have a roof over...

Thank you very much for your suggestions and input. I really appreciate the tips/tricks provided.

I will definitely check out the link you provided. Thank you very much!