POOP CATCHER!

[RW1984]

Will this work to catch poop as they roost at night so I don’t have to replace the floor bedding as often?
I’m open to suggestions if any.
Please don’t suggest stuff that will require money out of pocket. I’m on a budget so I’m trying the tarp

 

[chickenlittle21]

If you use sand as the bedding instead of straw, hay, pine shavings or whatever you use, you could use a kitty litter scoop and scoop out the chickens poo.

 

[RW1984]

If you use sand as the bedding instead of straw, hay, pine shavings or whatever you use, you could use a kitty litter scoop and scoop out the chickens poo.

That is something I plan to do, I just haven’t got funds for it yet

 

[chickenlittle21]

That is something I plan to do, I just haven’t got funds for it yet

All natural play sand isn't that expensive if you find it at the right place
This is what I use:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/SAKRETE-50-lb-Play-Sand-40100301/202007298

 

[RojoMarz]

Sure, it will work. Poop hammock

Here is a Long thread for poop hammock.

 

[BarbaraJean67]

I use kitty litter and a scoop for the roost area. I was thinking of using a tarp under the feeders, as there is so much that falls to the floor while the hens are eating.

 

[RW1984]

I use kitty litter and a scoop for the roost area. I was thinking of using a tarp under the feeders, as there is so much that falls to the floor while the hens are eating.

I have a fairly cheap and good feeder that cost maybe 30-40 bucks to make.
I’m not worried about looks just functionality lol. But there is literally no mess with this, no waste and certainly they are unable to poop in it haha

 

[RW1984]

Sure, it will work. Poop hammock

Here is a Long thread for poop hammock.

Thanks!
I guess my big concern is wondering if they will sit/walk/sleep on it which I certainly don’t want them to do