Coop door question

[Mandee297]

Hiiii
Soo our pullets (4) have been living outside for four months now. They’re doing so well. My hubby built an enclosed run several weeks ago that was a game changer. I have lined the sides of the run with firewood.
We live in a small neighborhood in New Jersey. We had a hawk issue but since putting this up and some decoy owls, all has been well.
We have never shut their coop door. New Jersey winters aren’t unbearable, but will that opening be an issue come colder months ?
Thanks
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[CluckerFamily]

Would it be possible to include a picture?

 

[Mandee297]

Would it be possible to include a picture?

I’m sorry I thought I did. Oooops

 

[DobieLover]

Hiiii
Soo our pullets (4) have been living outside for four months now. They’re doing so well. My hubby built an enclosed run several weeks ago that was a game changer. I have lined the sides of the run with firewood.
We live in a small neighborhood in New Jersey. We had a hawk issue but since putting this up and some decoy owls, all has been well.
We have never shut their coop door. New Jersey winters aren’t unbearable, but will that opening be an issue come colder months ?
Thanks
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Not shutting the door is a major predator issue.

 

[MrFluffyandGirls]

A blowing wind might be a bit drafty. you could always bolt a long rubber runner like a flap for a dog house where they can go in and out and you can unbolt it and take it down when it gets warmer.

 

[Flockincrazy]

Hiiii
Soo our pullets (4) have been living outside for four months now. They’re doing so well. My hubby built an enclosed run several weeks ago that was a game changer. I have lined the sides of the run with firewood.
We live in a small neighborhood in New Jersey. We had a hawk issue but since putting this up and some decoy owls, all has been well.
We have never shut their coop door. New Jersey winters aren’t unbearable, but will that opening be an issue come colder months ?
Thanks
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No it shouldn't be i leave mine open all the time now too i rebuilt my run and wasn't done so until I finished I locked them in at night i would close the windows though when it gets cold

 

[CluckerFamily]

I would shut the door every night. Did you use chicken wire around the run? And did you dig an apron for extra protection of predators?
A predator could easily push through chicken wire and most predators will dig under, shutting the door every night would protect the flock best.

 

[TARDIS37379]

There are several brands of coop door that are automated. It beats going out at dawn on a 10 degree day to open a coop. I use Hentronix door.

 

[Mandee297]

I would shut the door every night. Did you use chicken wire around the run? And did you dig an apron for extra protection of predators?
A predator could easily push through chicken wire and most predators will dig under, shutting the door every night would protect the flock best.

Large Metal Chicken Coop Walk-in Poultry Cage Hen Run House Rabbits Habitat Cage Spire Shaped Coop with Waterproof and Anti-Ultraviolet Cover for Outdoor Backyard Farm Use (10' L x 13' W x 6.4' H) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YFLGSYX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HrTvFbWX4045
That’s the run we have. It’s PVC coated mesh wiring. We lined the bottom with firewood. We are also fencing in our yard too.

 

[Mandee297]

Not shutting the door is a major predator issue.

Thanks for the feedback.