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[worms7]

Is a 6x8 coop & a 20ft x 8ft run
big enough for 10 chickens
cheers Phil

 

[Pork Pie]

Yep, it's fine. Rule of thumb is 4sqft space per bird in coop and 10sqft per bird in the run.

Ct

 

[Jenna14Chicken]

Yep that's great! Also if you don't mind me asking.... Are you making a coop and if so I would love to see how it turns out and how much it cost. ThAnks!

 

[worms7]

I am using a 8x6 pre made shed &
Building a run
cheers Phil

 

[Jenna14Chicken]

Oh thanks!

 

[BirdaMay]

Is this rule for only regular sized chickens? Is is different for bantams? Thanks

 

[aart]

I'd say....just barely.

The 4/10 'rule' is a basic minimum, IMO, not an absolute.....
.....there are many variables to consider when determining how much space will work well for a healthy chicken environment.

There are 2 articles linked in my signature on Space and Ventilation that are a must read for any new chickeneer.

 

[Jenna14Chicken]

I have great news everyone! My dad is giving me Haft the shed for the chickens which is around 60 sq ft I think. Which is more than enough space for 8 birds right!? Also I got a pullet egg last night! !!!! I'm so happy!

 

[just13nat]

Glad to hear that, and yay for first egg!

 

[Jenna14Chicken]

Thank you!