Work has started

[mariespear]

Well, work has started at the top of the garden for the chickens (not got them yet)! Ground levelled, and we have raised the coop to be off of the ground slightly. The coop was formally my daughters playhouse that she no longer uses. Door has been made more sturdy. Just need to get some wood to block up the windows, as I read that they don't like to much light, is that right? Fencing needs to be sorted then we can get our hens!

 

[drumstick diva]

I don't believe too much light would bother them. The windows will need to be predator proof. Use hardware cloth (not chicken wire) to prevent entry but, allow ventilation.

Please check out the section on coops, etc. for more implicit advice.

 

[sunny & the 5 egg layers]

Welcome to BYC!

Light is needed for hens to lay eggs. They also need ventilation in their coop.

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, mariespear, and

! Great to have you with us! Best of luck to you and your flock!

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!

So very glad you joined us!!