Coop/Run Dilemma

[micstrachan]

I think DH is a builder so good op for him!

I use old 1x6 planks that come from the horses paddock fencing, I screw two short pieces onto the ends of a longer section to make an 'H' with the narrow 1" side upwards. It's particularly nice for the Silkie babies as the 6" is easy for them to hop up onto.


As for Bridgie's dilemma, I would see about one of those small animal crates, or a pre-fab dog house.

@micstrachan not sure about your weather there, or if the area is covered. But if covered than a simple cardboard box would be a cozy area to reside in, my hens' favourite areas to roost at times have been various cardboard boxes that I have placed around the barn for them to hide in or warm up in when moulting. Currently have Holly being a silly broody in one.

The box can be thrown out when not needed, or in need of replacing.

Thanks. The run has a pitched tarp over it, and hardware cloth, of course, but not a proper roof. It works great; I just have to replace it every year. I’ll be putting tarp siding up soon, too.

 

[micstrachan]

I think it's been a crazy year for a lot of us with the sudden passing of our feathered creatures.

Are you thinking of getting more youngsters in the future? That might be company for Bridge, and she would be the queen of her own flock again.

Yes, I’m considering that. But if they don’t respect Bridge, I’ll have the same issue.

 

[StinkyAcres]

Dog crate would be a good idea!
I think it would work out just fine without a perch in it.

The reason I suggested a perch in the crate is to keep her out of her own poop. I let an old disabled hen sleep on the floor and she developed fly strike.