How to get hens into the coop

Ttabor33

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Sep 24, 2020
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I finally got the coop set up and the hens will not venture into the coop. How can I get them used to going in?
 

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Are there any windows in there?
It may be a bit dark inside if they have never been in it before.

I would place them all in at dusk. Even if you cannot get them on the roosts them waking up in it will help.

I would love to see pics inside too.
 
Welcome to BYC! I count at least 10 chickens in that photo. Do they all fit in that coop, or is it longer than it appears in the photo?

I agree with the advice to put them in there and leave them inside for at least 5 days so they know where 'home' is. Of course, put food and water in there and ensure plenty of ventilation.
 
:welcome

Are there any windows in there?
It may be a bit dark inside if they have never been in it before.

I would place them all in at dusk. Even if you cannot get them on the roosts them waking up in it will help.

I would love to see pics inside too.
I have a tarp over it right now because I need to finish the roof. It is dark in there. A couple go in as you can see.lol
 

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Welcome to BYC! I count at least 10 chickens in that photo. Do they all fit in that coop, or is it longer than it appears in the photo?

I agree with the advice to put them in there and leave them inside for at least 5 days so they know where 'home' is. Of course, put food and water in there and ensure plenty of ventilation.
I have 15 total. Yes the coop will hold 20. The picture does not do it justice
 
another. I decided to build it from plans. As you can tell I'm not a master woodworker. Lol
 

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