Quail Hutch Input? (Pics included)

[NinjaBiz]

I just finished building my first quail hutch and will be receiving my first quail from Myshire next week!

The size of the hutch is 2’x6’. I am by no means an expert in construction and this is my first build ever so please do not be harsh (I know it’s not perfect!) . I was hoping to get some input on what types of things I should put inside. I already intend to put in a dust bath and some real branches and leaves. What creative types of nesting areas would you suggest? Any other suggestions? Thanks!

 

[Patiocoturnix]

I just finished building my first quail hutch and will be receiving my first quail from Myshire next week!

The size of the hutch is 2’x6’. I am by no means an expert in construction and this is my first build ever so please do not be harsh (I know it’s not perfect!) . I was hoping to get some input on what types of things I should put inside. I already intend to put in a dust bath and some real branches and leaves. What creative types of nesting areas would you suggest? Any other suggestions? Thanks!View attachment 3673397View attachment 3673398View attachment 3673399View attachment 3673401

Looks awesome! Good job!

 

[Patiocoturnix]

Looks awesome! Good job!

I would put somewhere for them to get off of the wire if needed as well as some sort of hides like upside down garden pots with holes.

 

[Nabiki]

The branches and leaves are good, so is the dust bath. They will need a place to get off of the wire. This is both for their foot health and, since they're outdoors, a place where they won't lose heat through their feet.

 

[NinjaBiz]

The branches and leaves are good, so is the dust bath. They will need a place to get off of the wire. This is both for their foot health and, since they're outdoors, a place where they won't lose heat through their feet.

Thanks! Should I put an additional thing for them to step on? What do you recommend?

 

[NinjaBiz]

I would put somewhere for them to get off of the wire if needed as well as some sort of hides like upside down garden pots with holes.

Love the pot suggestion! Thanks

 

[Nabiki]

Thanks! Should I put an additional thing for them to step on? What do you recommend?

A tray or box of dirt or shavings would be good. That will also be a bit easier to clean since you can take the whole box out when it gets dirty.