Chicks will not go into new coop.

[RobSherman]

I just bought my 5 - 9 week old Ameraucanas a new coop. They will not go into it. I sprinkled some starter on the steps and inside, they ate the feed on the steps but still would not go in. I even tried to entice them with worms (I have a worm bin). My gut instinct is that they will get used to the coop, in their own time, and be delighted to have more room and comfort. Thanks

 

[Amastacia]

i'd try putting them in it and locking them in for a few days. that way they figure out what it is for.

 

[RobSherman]

Thanks Amastacia… I may try that tonight.

 

[RobSherman]

Well they are locked in, and fairly calm about the whole thing. Thanks Again