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I know a lot of Backyard Chickens members are "build your own coop" buffs.
I live in an urban neighborhood and don't have the time or skills to build my own, so I want to ask for BYC opinions on 2 ready-made coops that I'm looking at purchasing.
I've narrowed these 2 coops down after extensive research and the need for something with a small footprint.
So my question is should I go with the "Eglu" or the "Handcrafted Portable Coop"?
At this stage I'm leaning towards the "portable coop" from Handcrafted Coops.
I like the portability and the pulley on the ladder which allows me to raise and lower it.
The egg collection door is also at a better height, rather than having to stoop down to get my eggs everyday from the Eglu.
While the Eglu is an uber-cool design, I'm just not sure about my hens living in a plastic box.
Thanks for your opinions on these 2 coops.
Does anyone own one of these coops and can comment on the benefits of each one?
Thanks for your help!
I live in an urban neighborhood and don't have the time or skills to build my own, so I want to ask for BYC opinions on 2 ready-made coops that I'm looking at purchasing.
I've narrowed these 2 coops down after extensive research and the need for something with a small footprint.
So my question is should I go with the "Eglu" or the "Handcrafted Portable Coop"?
At this stage I'm leaning towards the "portable coop" from Handcrafted Coops.
I like the portability and the pulley on the ladder which allows me to raise and lower it.
The egg collection door is also at a better height, rather than having to stoop down to get my eggs everyday from the Eglu.
While the Eglu is an uber-cool design, I'm just not sure about my hens living in a plastic box.
Thanks for your opinions on these 2 coops.
Does anyone own one of these coops and can comment on the benefits of each one?
Thanks for your help!
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