? about letting chickens and guineas out

[hellbilly]

Hello all, I'm about one year new to the bird game. My question is when I open the bird door in the morning they go into the uncovered run. The fence is five feet tall. I know the quineas will clear it, can the chickens also to free range. The reason is I have to go to work early, so I don't have time to wait on them. I have a new English Shepherd puppy I'm hoping to teach the ropes to. Thanks

 

[Imp]

I'm not quite sure what you are asking. Can chickens get over a 5 foot fence? Yes especially if they are younger and/or smaller. Less likely if they are full size, older, and heavier. But still possible.

Imp

 

[hellbilly]

I guess what I'm trying to say is that I want them to come out of the coop at their leisure, into the run, then fly out safely. I just didn't know if they could clear a five foot fence.

 

[Imp]

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Yes they will come out at their leisure, into the run, if the popdoor is open. Usually at first light. They may or may not go over the fence. I would think if they learn to go over they will. If the run is open on top, and there is access to the coop: you may be running the risk of a predator getting in.
I do something similiar. The coop is open to the run. The run is secure all sides, top and bottom. I go out before I leave for work and open the door to the run so they can come out when they want.

Imp