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Automatic Coop Door Openers

Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by BradyMSU, May 11, 2008.

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  1. May 11, 2008 #1
    BradyMSU

    BradyMSU Out Of The Brooder

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    I have read about devices to automatically open chicken coop doors into the run in the morning and close them at night. Is there anyone here with experiences with these? Where are they available? How do the chickens know to go inside before the device closes the door?
     
  3. May 11, 2008 #2
    Poison Ivy

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  5. May 11, 2008 #3
    Nifty-Chicken

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  7. May 11, 2008 #4
    Anny

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    Quote:Haha that's a cute idea. But how do you put the hose on a timer?
    and what about closing the door?
     
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