Deep Litter in Run?

[QuispamChiks]

I will be installing sideboards in my 6x6 coop so we can use deep littter method indoors,

I am curious if deep litter works in an outside run ( I am thinking of only in the section of the run that is covered) From what I have read in forum DLM works best when kept reasonably dry.

I think rainy weather (sideways rain) may dampen the Litter.

thoughts?

 

[Lesa]

I think you are right- you can imagine a big pile of wet, poopy litter... Why not use hay/straw and renew it when needed? Some people have recommended sand, as well. Good luck!

 

[patandchickens]

In a some locations you can get away with it -- not too wet a climate and/or extremely free-draining soil.

In an awful lot of North America though it will gradually turn into a stinking mud swamp, as more and more and more fine humus builds up in there to act as a better and better and better "sponge".

If you want to try it, sure go ahead; just realize that you will have to adapt according to how it goes.

Good luck, have fun,

Pat