is 10x 10 a good size for 12 rir chickens torun

[theuglychicken]

i have a old doge kennel that is 10x10 i want to know if it is enough space for my chickens to run and also if 2 of these coops would be ok for 12 rir's http://www.agrisupply.com/chicken-coop-chicken-house-hen-house-henhouse/p/76953/&sid=&eid=/

 

[donrae]

Those little coops are only good for one or maybe two birds. The interior space is only 6ish square feet. Good rule of thumb when you're starting out is 4 square feet per bird inside and 10 square feet per bird outside. Those numbers can flex some, but it's a good starting point.

If you coop is going to be in the kennel, I'd cut down the number of hens some. You don't have a location, so I can't advise on what type of coop you'll need, if any. Coops are for keeping birds dry, out of the wind, and free from predators. Not everyone needs one, especially in temperate climates.

 

[4 the Birds]

Those little coops are only good for one or maybe two birds. The interior space is only 6ish square feet. Good rule of thumb when you're starting out is 4 square feet per bird inside and 10 square feet per bird outside. Those numbers can flex some, but it's a good starting point.

If you coop is going to be in the kennel, I'd cut down the number of hens some. You don't have a location, so I can't advise on what type of coop you'll need, if any. Coops are for keeping birds dry, out of the wind, and free from predators. Not everyone needs one, especially in temperate climates.

+1

I would start with only a couple of chickens for each one of the coops of that size. Many times the manufactures way exaggerate the number of chickens that can be housed in their coops for an average size chicken or state "small birds".

As mentioned, 10 sf of outside space may be fine for 2 chickens but you will need to plenty of run space for 12 RIR chickens. I would consider a 10 ft x 15 ft run as minimum run space. You may be able to find a used or kit shed as a coop. Consider a 5 ft x 8 ft shed as the minimum size for the chickens that you are considering. Good Luck!