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Happy2024 said:
I know with the predators. We are putting the 1/2 inch hardwire all around to the top and with the apron. We did half metal roof and half clear polycarbonate for the roof so in winter, they will have some sunshine. We also got 8x10 clear 10ML reinforced poly tarp with grommets for the sides in the winter. So hopefully they can make use of the coop run (10x20 by 7ft tall) in the winter. Small swimming pool for dust bath, and of course some roosts and hanging things for entertainment. Maybe do some logs or some other items for interest and for the chickens to get some personal space. Hopefully it is big enough for the 12 chickens. The coop is 5x6 with external nesting boxes. I am really hoping it is big enough. If not, we can expand and make the 6 ft long go to 12 ft long.
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What kind of coop do you have? Unless you can stand up in the coop, I would not expand it. It sounds like chickens have become a part of your family and you are in it for the long haul. Most of us build coops we can walk into, or convert sheds. It is very helpful for cleaning, doing health checks, etc...and gives the chickens even more room vertically. It also helps for days like today (for me). I let mine out at 6:30am, but put them back in at 10am because of weather. I have a chair in my coop and can go sit with them throughout the day.
 

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