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Thoughts on this chicken tractor.

Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by SouthernCalBeachChick, Oct 28, 2011.

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  1. Oct 28, 2011 #1
    SouthernCalBeachChick

    SouthernCalBeachChick Out Of The Brooder

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  3. Oct 28, 2011 #2
    Hawkeye95

    Hawkeye95 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    My Coop
    It is really small. Did you see the nest box-- looks tiny. But it's difficult to get perspective. And the perch is really low. I think you could fit in about 3 silkies. If that's all you ever wanted, this would be fine. I just don't see how another bird could squeeze in there, though on that perch. On the up side, it does look easy to clean and maintain, and it is cute.
     
  5. Oct 28, 2011 #3
    WoodlandWoman

    WoodlandWoman Overrun With Chickens

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    I would cut a big vent at the top, to keep it cooler, as you're in CA. In the back wall, up at the peak of the roof.
     
  7. Oct 28, 2011 #4
    chickendales

    chickendales Chillin' With My Peeps

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    i dont think my silkie would even go up in to the house they end up sleeping on ground under the house
     
  9. Oct 30, 2011 #5
    Abirdbrain

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    [​IMG] Bigger is better. If you can operate a hammer or a drill for screws, you can copy any design for less money, and have pride in what you did. Ya I think its cute, but big money for very little. Just my .02..
     

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