Got the coop put together * PICS *

[XL506]

Hey guys!
I finally got around to putting the coop together. The coop was a doghouse that never got used. So I extended it a bit, and cut a hole in the roof and installed hinges to make a door for easy access in egg removal. and installed a nestbox ( still need to install another 1 or 2 ). I know it's not the prettiest coop. But they have a good bit of room to run around and shelter from the elements.

Measurments:
Free Run Area- 10ft long x 8ft wide x 5ft high

Coop/Nesting Area - 5ft wide x 4 feet deep x 4ft high

* I still have to paint the coop. I am painting in barn red and white, and will post pictures when its painted *

-=The run and coop=-

* The view from the inside, into the run *

The Coop * lid Closed *

* Lid Open *

* One of the nesting boxes *

I have 4 hens for now, and plan on getting 4 more. I also am getting a newer tool shed 12x12ft and converting it into a coop.

 

[lurky]

Thats a nice set up. Your birds look happy and healthy. congrats on the shed, that will be great

 

[chickens4jojo]

That's great! Your chickens look so happy & have everything they need, too.

Good idea using the dog house & putting in a little "skylite" for them, too.

 

[XL506]

Yeah, I figured the "skylite" would let them feel a little more comfortable in there. I got a panel, I use to cover it when it rains to keep them dry as well.

 

[JennsPeeps]

Congrats on finishing it! This is very similar to what I'd envisioned for our coop/run (until DBF got other ideas... LOL).

I would recommend wrapping the run with hardware cloth to prevent predators like raccoons from reaching into the run and grabbing chickens.