Chicken Coops

[Sequel]

Hi there! Welcome! Lots and lots of helpful wonderful people here! I hope you get the coop of your dreams and post pictures!

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community! Best wishes and have lots of fun!

 

[feathermaid]

What's wrong with your old coop? If it's too small or an old prefab, I'd strongly advise against getting another one. I started with a prefab, then built my own and it has been 10 times better! Definitely try to build one yourself or modify a large shed. But if your only option is to get a kit, the EZ Coops are at least well made, and you could build your own chicken run or attach it to a dog run enclosure.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/overez-chicken-coop-medium?cm_vc=-10005

Do keep in mind that the "number of chickens" recommendation is very misleading and usually refers to bantam sized chickens. You would typically want to offer 4 SF per large fowl inside a coop and minimum 10 SF outside.

These articles have very good information to consider:

How Much Room Do Chickens Need

Chicken Coop Ventilation - Go Out There And Cut More Holes In Your Coop!

Predator Proofing

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[sourland]

A belated welcome to BYC. Good luck in locating/creating your coop.