Will This Be Big Enough? Please Help!

[Exotica]

Hello!

Two weeks ago I purchased 4 Autralorp chicks and a Barred Plymouth Rock. I have no idea how big this chicks will get!

Is this coop enough for them if I'm going to let them free range my whole backyard and just sleep here at night? I live in sunny California so weather is not a concern! They'll be free-ranging every excluding rainy days where I'll fasten a diaper on them and have them walk around my garage for exercise

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Large-wood-...id=100009&rk=1&rkt=1&mehot=pp&sd=311043537820

 

[21hens-incharge]

I think you will be disappointed. You would be much better off for those breeds and that many with a 4'x6' coop. The coop you show is only 2 feet wide. The nest these breeds will need is half of that so that run is TIGHT. The coop I am sure is measured to include the nest space as usable coop space.

It may work for 2 or 3 bantams. I would recommend you continue your search.

 

[21hens-incharge]

What state are you located in? There may be other options in your area for a much better coop.

 

[Wannabechiklady]

I'm pretty new to raising chickens, but I have 3 Australorps and 4 Wyanndottes. The Australorps get to be pretty large (mine are 20 weeks old) and if I am looking at it correctly, it looks like there's only one perch. They would need more area to roost at night, in my opinion.

Any other thoughts?

 

[junebuggena]

That coop looks tiny for the breeds you have chosen. Those are some large breeds, you need at least 1 foot of roost space per bird. More is better so they can spread out in warm weather. Also, do not get a coop with a roosting bar at the same height as the nest boxes. It's just asking for poop covered eggs.

 

[Exotica]

I'm in California! The dimensions are:

Overall: 82.7 in(L)x52.4in(H)x27.5in(W)
Interior of Outdoor Run: 64" L x 25.5" W x 39.75" H
Nesting Box: 25.5" L x 14.6" W x 12.6" H

 

[Exotica]

How much does a coop for 5 large chickens usually run? Sadly in California, everything is SUPER overpriced. I'm a college student and a female that does not know how to build, nor does any male in my family ):

Edit: Sorry for double posting!

 

[Wannabechiklady]

I paid $500 for mine in Texas, but it is a coop that they only spend the night in. They roam free during the day.

 

[Exotica]

A 4x6 coop in California on Craigslist ranges from $1,000-$1,500. What's worse is I'm near Los Angeles )':
Sadly, it was my little sister and mother's idea to buy the chicks without consulting me. Of course,
like all our other pets - It ended up being my responsibility. I love them so much already so I don't mind but no one is willing to help me pay.

 

[junebuggena]

I'm in California! The dimensions are:

Overall: 82.7 in(L)x52.4in(H)x27.5in(W)
Interior of Outdoor Run: 64" L x 25.5" W x 39.75" H
Nesting Box: 25.5" L x 14.6" W x 12.6" H

It doesn't give dimensions of the 'coop' part at all. You're better off converting a shed into a coop for the money.