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[BlueBaby]

Hello, and welcome! Glad that you joined us! I would build a better coop and run for them. There are plenty of good coop building idea's here at this site. You can pick the best one that fit's your need's. Those pre-made coop's are usually pretty flimsy also, and if you live in an area that has strong wind's, they can blow apart. My first coop was like that. My chick's were still in the brooder at that time, so thankfully I didn't loose any of them.

 

[CarpCharacin]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you decided to join our wonderful community!

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community! Best wishes and have lots of fun!

 

[Eggscaping]

Hi All—-

I joined this group because I just purchased six ladies for eggs (Golden Comets.) I wish I had joined before purchasing a coop—-I should have made one. The Tractor Supply coop is nice, but will probably be too small when they are full grown and doesn’t seem predator proof. I do have a few questions—-is anyone in the Gaston County/Charlotte area? I would love to have someone nearby that I could get advice? Where is the best place to buy feed and bedding? Etc...

Thanks,
Laura in Gastonia, NC

So glad to have you here in our wonderful community of friendly, helpful, knowledgeable people!

 

[Brahmachicken240]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens

 

[drumstick diva]

So glad that your joined us at Backyard Chickens, the pulse beat of the chicken community.

 

[igorsMistress]

 

[fldiver97]

Welcome Glad you decided to join us! Check your state thread for folks close to you. The coop section has great ideas and examples of coops and runs .... all sizes, repurposed structures, recycled, chicken mansions and everything in between

 

[A_Fowl_Guy]

Miss Piggy Sue says, “Welcome to our eggcelent flock here at BYC!”

 

[Meg-in-MT]

Hello! Welcome to BYC!!

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