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[JTex81]

Hey I'm new to this, I am currently getting 8 chicks this May and I am going to be building a chicken tractor to house them in. I was thinking 6' x 4' with a 2' attached house for their nesting boxes. Like I said I'm new to this and I am up for any suggestions. I live in Maine so I need to build my chicken tractor to handle the cold weather up here.

 

[Kevin565]

. Hopefully you can find coop plans that fit your needs in the coop design section.

 

[roostersandhens]

Welcome to BYC

 

[4-H chicken mom]

Hi and from Ohio. So glad to have you aboard. My suggeston is to get fewer birds or build a bigger tractor. You should provide 4 sq ft per bird. It is really better to have more room than needed because if chickens are crowded it create a tense living environment and feather picking, fighting and caniballism problems arise. Just my 2 cents worth.

 

[liz9910]

 

[drumstick diva]

 

[sumi]

Hello and welcome to BYC

There are some great coop designs in the coops section:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/2/Coops

Have a look there and see what you like. Over winter it's important that the coop stays dry inside, is well ventilated, but draught free, to prevent frostbitten combs and feet.

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, Jtex81, and

! Pleased you joined us! I agree with the above post - peruse the coops sections and make sure you make it as predator proof as possible. Good luck and happy building!

 

[shirleynaught]

Hi and

from Ohio. So glad to have you aboard. My suggeston is to get fewer birds or build a bigger tractor. You should provide 4 sq ft per bird. It is really better to have more room than needed because if chickens are crowded it create a tense living environment and feather picking, fighting and caniballism problems arise. Just my 2 cents worth.

x2

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!

Glad you joined us!!