New guy with a question about small coops

[XxSteve007xX]

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Pawhut-Wooden...age-Guinea-Pig-House-/391367601907?nav=SEARCH

 

[XxSteve007xX]

Thanks everyone. I have decided to build one my self with tin that my dad is giving me, some 2×4s, and hardware cloth. Maybe 4x6x4 hows that sound? Ive been itching to get chickens.

 

[N F C]

So I guess you're thinking of using it as a chicken coop? Do you want to use this as your primary coop or more like a moveable tractor? How many and what breed of chickens do you have (or plan to get)?

Some more information would be helpful (to make sure know what your questions are).

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens.

 

[XxSteve007xX]

Yeah I have a tight budget of 100 and I only plan on two dominickers. I was going to move it around the yard like a tractor and let them free range when i can keep an eye on them. I was wondering if it would be sufficent? Thanks for the replys.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. IMO it would be ok for 2 birds. I'm not sure if its feasible for you, but a used garden shed would give you a lot more space and flexibility for expansion in the future.

All the best
CT

 

[Leigti]

I would get three chickens. Because God for bid if one dies you will still have a pair. Chickens don't do well alone.

 

[Leigti]

I personally think that would be way too small. Look into PVC hoop tractor coops. You could make them for just a little money.

 

[N F C]

It's a bit tight on coop space but if you don't have more than 2 chickens, you'll probably be ok. If you go this route, you'll want to figure out a way of anchoring it at night so digging predators can't get inside.

As an almost free alternative to the coop, you might want to check into pallet coops. Pallets are free at some places (we get them at a hardware store) and with a bit of hardware and elbow grease, you can make a bigger coop.

Good luck to you, whichever way you go, I hope it works out well for you!