New chicken owner here

[Stonernextdoor88]

Ohhhh, I saw your setup on a diff post. Yes, it's okay for them to use the run.

Ok good. I also have a fenced garden with a gate. Can I plop them in there the next day? Or same day? It has a bug problem that needs resolving.

 

[Mrs. K]

Good, it is not a prefab coop. Just guessing - looks like the coop is 4 x 8? That is more than enough room for you coop. But the run is pretty small. Are you planning on moving it around the yard?

 

[Stonernextdoor88]

Good, it is not a prefab coop. Just guessing - looks like the coop is 4 x 8? That is more than enough room for you coop. But the run is pretty small. Are you planning on moving it around the yard?

Ya they will move around. But I just ordered a portable 100 ft fence that I also plan to use. That way they can enter my garden before I plant

 

[SilverBirds]

Ok good. I also have a fenced garden with a gate. Can I plop them in there the next day? Or same day? It has a bug problem that needs resolving.

I'd keep them in the coop/run for a week or two before moving them anywhere else.

Also, you may not be getting any eggs for a few weeks. Stress and change can reduce egg laying.

 

[Stonernextdoor88]

I'd keep them in the coop/run for a week or two before moving them anywhere else.

Also, you may not be getting any eggs for a few weeks. Stress and change can reduce egg laying.

Ok sounds good. Fingers crossed.

 

[3KillerBs]

Ok good. I also have a fenced garden with a gate. Can I plop them in there the next day? Or same day? It has a bug problem that needs resolving.

Keep them in their coop and run for about a week so that they can learn where their home is and not wander away and get lost looking for a good place to roost.