New to this coop

[007Sean]

Howdy, Billy and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[First time Chick mom]

I don't think that is weird at all. My husband said if could I potty train them, they would be in the house. LOL I have a small flock and they are more pets, than livestock (very young). Since I had to give up (rehome) my 3 cockerels, I am protective of my pullets. The one in my profile picture was only 14 weeks old and he was a great protector. So, I totally understand, and applaud your efforts to keep them safe! We also have 3 dogs/one being a 100lb German Sheppard with 24/7 access to the backyard (I love doggy doors!). He is also the reason we cannot free range. I am so sorry for your lose. I hope everything goes much better moving forward! So, glad you joined us.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

So glad you decided to join us. Chickens sure are enjoyable to keep, especially when you can look right out the window at them.

Welcome to our community!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello Billy, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

Is your rooster aggravating because of bad behavior or because he is crowing 10' from you bedroom window at o' dark thirty?

I suggest reinforcing your coop with strongly attached 1/2" hardware cloth and moving it away from the bedroom.

 

[Fuchsia]

Welcome to BYC! Thanks for joining us.

 

[N F C]

Hi Billy, sorry for your losses.

 

[Tookie]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[triciayoung]

Welcome. It is so sad about your loss of hens. I agree with @DobieLover...even if they are close to you, you still need to use 1/2 inch hardware cloth, sides, top and a hardware cloth apron.

 

[Burnt Brass Homestead]

Hi @cambug27046

Welcome!

 

[sourland]

Hello, Billy, and welcome to BYC.