Heat in coop

[Nmhuntr]

Hello

I am new to the forum and I am looking into purchasing a few quail for dog training purposes. As I determine design of my coop I am concerned about how much heat these birds (bob whites) can stand. Mt coop would face east and be up against a building. In southern NM it is hitting 100 degrees and I am concerned about heat build up. I am planning on 1/2” hardware cloth for the floor and sides and a solid top. I wanted to enclose a section but I am concerned about air flow. I am designing it so that during the winter I can close it up some to ensure enough heat is there but I am concerned for the summers. All opinions and experiences are appreciated.

Thanks
Greg

 

[PirateGirl]

@KikisGirls I know you are looking at raising quail and live somewhere with hot summers, do you have any input for @Nmhuntr ?

 

[Kiki]

What you have described sounds just fine.
They will probably just not go into the enclosed area at all during the summer.

 

[kwhites634]

Hello

I am new to the forum and I am looking into purchasing a few quail for dog training purposes. As I determine design of my coop I am concerned about how much heat these birds (bob whites) can stand. Mt coop would face east and be up against a building. In southern NM it is hitting 100 degrees and I am concerned about heat build up. I am planning on 1/2” hardware cloth for the floor and sides and a solid top. I wanted to enclose a section but I am concerned about air flow. I am designing it so that during the winter I can close it up some to ensure enough heat is there but I am concerned for the summers. All opinions and experiences are appreciated.

Thanks
Greg

 

[kwhites634]

Half of our basement foundation is at grade, facing predominantly south. During the dead of Winter the reflected heat would be nice if I were still raising quail (for the same purpose as you, btw) & their cage was right up against the foundation. I wouldn't want it there in the Summer, though, due to the same reflected heat. You're oriented more favorably, I know, but it's something to keep in mind.