Raccoon-proof latches?

[Agilityscots]

As we construct our coop, I'm wondering...what are the best raccoon-proof latches for windows, doors and egg doors? Aren't they really good at opening things with their paws?

Amy

 

[andischickenfarm]

I've never had coon problems, but I do have little cousin problems!

So the latches I use to keep them out of my baby chicks is the one where it folds down over a thing that turns so they would have to turn it then lift the latch. You can also put a lock through it too! Hope this helps.

Andi

 

[BeckyLa]

I have padlocks on all my coops because of coons. It is the only thing I know of they couldn't open.

 

[Dawn419]

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Using padlocks here also. "Better safe than sorry" is our thinking.

Dawn

 

[khable]

We use the locks too, not only for critters... but also for my 3 year old

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I ended up getting "Backpack Locks" they are smallish and sturdy. They have the 3 dials on the side that you roll to the number and you can select your own code. So we set all locks to the same number.

Very easy to use! And not as expensive as full size locks! Which is a plus when you lock down all doors!

 

[barg]

A set of 6 of these cost about 10 dollars, they all use the same key and the set comes with 6 identical keys.
So far I only use one of the keys for the 5 locks I'm useing.
Oh and Btw, there has been a racoon in my yard near the coop on several nights recently, Knock wood!

 

[Agilityscots]

Wow, I'm so glad I asked this question...I knew raccoons were good with their cute little paws, but I had no idea actual locks would be the best way to go! We definitely have raccoons here, since we live in a semi-rural area, so I don't want to take any chances with my girls. Thanks so much, everyone!

Amy

 

[allen wranch]

Padlocks here too !

 

[Gracefulspice]

Wow...I never knew that Racoons could open a latch. I will be getting one of those padlocks for it today. Thanks for the Thread

I just love BYC

 

[ozark hen]

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Make sure you do a key count every day.