I'm not sure on breed, just your basic chick hens (I guess I should research that). I would prefer hens that I can let out and will come back home. Thinking 4 hens is a good number. I also could put chicken wire around the coop about 10' x 10' to let them roam around in if that's a good idea.
I'm new to raising chickens in my backyard, and have found two coops on craigslist which appear to fit my needs. I'm looking for the following:
- small-mid size
- easy for maintenance
- ability to heat in winter (I'm in MN)
- ability to let the chickens out and play in the yard
- easy to move...