I gave a silkie and showgirl pair to a friend. She wanted to do a "proper"coop with run for them, with the run part being 4' x 7' with the coop being raised about 5' high with a ramp leading up.. I told her silkies are not very well known for using ramps.. am aware there are silkies that do, but mine all were those that just sleep in a big pile on floor. Plus they were from show stock bloodlines, with the short bodies with short legs- not very athletic at all..
Friend still would like to do a raised coop that would work for the silkie that is unwilling/unable to use a ladder/ramp. I was totally stumped as for ideas/suggestions... my pens for silkies all were simple- all level floor aviary like setting with completely solid roof and 3 sides..
Pictures? Suggestions? Her winters hit just about freezing temps many nights and summers are very hot (29 Palms if anybody is familiar..)
Friend still would like to do a raised coop that would work for the silkie that is unwilling/unable to use a ladder/ramp. I was totally stumped as for ideas/suggestions... my pens for silkies all were simple- all level floor aviary like setting with completely solid roof and 3 sides..
Pictures? Suggestions? Her winters hit just about freezing temps many nights and summers are very hot (29 Palms if anybody is familiar..)