For coop questions start a thread here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/9/coop-run-design-construction-maintenance Rats wont eat/harm chickens so don't worry about that!
Most coops are pretty secure. 3 or 4 chickens is fine just not 2 because if one dies the other will be lonely. And Welcome to BYC glad you joined us!!!!
Most coops are pretty secure. 3 or 4 chickens is fine just not 2 because if one dies the other will be lonely. And Welcome to BYC glad you joined us!!!!