Leaving chcickens alone?

[Majd]

Oh no too much.... Like put about 5 kg of feed and they'll have enough

 

[aart]

Thank you. Yes the window is covered with chicken wire. I will have the radio playing for them too. I'm new to this and maybe worrying more than I need to. Thanks for your message.

Chicken wire won't keep many predators out, if any for long.
Raccoons and canines can chew thru it....weasels, rats can fit thru the holes.

1/2" hardware cloth, very well attached, is a much more secure choice for covering the opening on a coop.

Where are you located?
Ventilation and heat buildup could be a concern.
Is your coop in the shade, with lots of ventilation?

 

[Mamachic1967]

Thank you all for the posts. Yes, I never thought of other predators that could chew through chicken wire. There isn't a lot of ventilation. I'm in quite a fix. I'm considering cancelling my order and waiting until my surgery is done so I don't have these worries. All the plans in the world won't help if something goes wrong. I might be saferer to wait a few months.

 

[Majd]

That's ok don't feel sad! Your moment will come! Now just take care of yourself and recover quickly to get those choocks who will add something to your life!

 

[Mamachic1967]

thanks for the kind words.