New member desiring some advice!

[sigmachigirl]

Thank you so much for the encouragement. That was my thought on the buffs too, perhaps I can eyeball them if we decide on the 4week olds. Gotta talk to the hubs, as I'd inquired and gotten approval for getting just buffs in July. I have a ton of chicken wire that I'd purchased when we needed to keep our dogs in the yard. 3 sides are fenced, the other is a retaining wall with some plants, then the wire. I believe we also probably have enough osb we could build a little something. I appreciate your input so much!!! Off to go do research!

 

[drumstick diva]

chicken wire only keeps chickens in, it doesn't keep anything out, dogs, cats, predators of any nature. You need 1/2 inch. Hardware cloth. Please read the threads on predator proofing.

Most of the hatcheries are sold out for many weeks of the popular breeds . My Pet Chickens will allow you to purchase as little as 3 (can be assorted) and you can pay a little extra to have them as pullets instead of roosters. They may be sold out of some kinds too but, you can easily check on their website.

 

[sigmachigirl]

I'm sorry, let me clarify, not RIR, they got mixed with New Hampshire reds. We were going to do a full enclosure/run with wood panels and a locking door, and a roofed top using chicken wire for the run, but use something more sturdy for the coop itself, such as the cloth. I am home all day and have 2 dogs who "protect" the yard while I'm home. Does this sound sturdy enough?