Do I need to lock my chickens in the coop at night?

[ClassyAsCluck]

So long as you will be out first thing to let them out it isn't necessary......the feed may draw pests of the rodent persuasion during the overnight hours if in a feeder tup they can get into as they will be able to get through that wire

Yes, I will let them out first thing. Thanks for the help!

 

[NotSoChickenLove]

I just lock mine in their coop/run. I don't lock the coop. But I don't have raccoons, snakes, or other predators to deal with. Just cats. Their run is cat proof.