I built a coop! NOW WHAT? Help!

[Madhouse Pullet]

Hi! Welcome to BYC!

 

[swampfox440]

Hi, welcome to BYC! I stay as far from cities as I can get. I hope you find some help.

 

[Kenneth Zweerink]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens. The Best of Luck with your Plans. And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska!

 

[Ross Thomas]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens. The Best of Luck with your Plans. And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska!

used to live in neighboring iowa back in the 70's in Des Moines. Thanks for the welcome!

 

[Isadora]

Hello, and welcome to BYC! I'm so glad you decided to join our friendly and helpful community.
Would you like to post pictures of your coop so we can see where you're at? We might be able to help with run suggestions or anything else you need.

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[GermanKennhuhn]

Welcome to BYC! Chickens will need plenty of ventilation in their coop as well as fresh feed and water. Chicken feed can be purchased at any farm store. Chicks will need starter feed, and layer hens will need layer pellets. I normally don’t put my feed outside the coop, I just leave the door open.

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[Dr Evy]

Welcome to BYC. We’re so glad you joined!

 

[MadGardener]

Welcome! I keep my chickens mobile as well.

I highly recommend hanging waterers and feeders to reduce mess and waste. Mine hang from a double shepherd's hook with jack chain. It's easy to move. I slip the top half of a milk jug through the chain to discourage younger birds from eating out of the top of the feeders.

Does your mobile coop have an attached run? Mine do not, and I live in a very predator heavy area. Premier1 PoultryNet has served me very well so far. Easy to move and my solar charger has exceeded expectations.

You're sure to get plenty of great advice here. Best of luck to you with your flock!