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Chicken Coop For Sale – 3 Tips to Help You Find a Chicken Coop For Sale

September 12, 2009 By Terry Leave a Comment

Now that you have decided to raise your own chickens, you must find a chicken coop for sale or build your own chicken coop.


Purchasing a chicken coop is a great option if you do not have the time or energy required for building your own.

This somewhat simple task of buying a coop can become daunting though as there are many types and styles of chicken coops available.

There are 3 main factors to consider when buying a chicken coop.

1. Size – Does the chicken coop fit?

Before buying a coop, you need to make sure you have sufficient space in your backyard. Take measurements of your yard, accounting for other outdoor activities. This helps avoid the purchase of an expensive coop which might not even fit in your yard.

2. What about safety of the chickens?

Built-in safety mechanisms are a must if you live in an area known to have predators. These include windows and doors that function properly. A wired fence built around the coop is also ideal, for added protection.

3. Is ventilation of the chicken coop an issue?

Proper ventilation is essential when buying a chicken coop. Without proper ventilation, there can be a build-up of carbon dioxide and ammonia that can damage the health of your chickens and influence the quality of your chicken’s eggs. Also, if the coop is made from wood and is without proper ventilation, the coop will rot from moisture.
There are a variety of chicken coops for sale through the Internet or from local sellers. Before purchasing, be sure to take into account the above and your chickens should be healthy and happy in their environment.

Your next step is to look at the various breeds of chickens available to see which breed of chicken suits you best.

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How to Raise Chickens – 5 tips on Raising Chickens

September 8, 2009 By Terry 1 Comment

Do you wish to raise chickens from the comfort of your own home? There is nothing more satisfying than sitting down to a scrambled egg, courtesy of your own flock and in this article I am going to give you 5 tips on raising your own chickens.

At first, it may seem like a lot of work preparing to raise chickens, but they actually require little daily care and you will soon experience the benefits of raising your own chickens once you start.

Here 5 tips for successfully raising your own chickens.

1. Housing

Chicken Coops do not need to be extravagent, or expensively designed. Chickens simply need somewhere to roost in the evenings and somewhere they can be protected from predators. Plans for simple chicken coops can be found in many books or on-line, to suit most people requirements.

2. Food

Chicken feeders are cheap and easily available and come in a variety of styles.

3. Water

Having a watering station raised above the ground is more practical than simply having a water bowl or dish as the latter can be quite messy and will require more attention.

4. Storage for Feed

A metal bin is ideal for the storage of the chicken feed, as pests such as rats which also enjoy the feed will be prevented from accessing it.

5. Nesting Boxes

These are not necessary, but they are an easy way for you to collect the eggs laid. You can make your own or purchase one from your local farm supply store. Check out this article on chicken coop designs..

By researching your options and having a clear idea in your head how you would like to run things, there is no reason why you shouldn’t be able to successfully raise healthy and happy chickens.

A great eBook that help with Raising chickens has been written by Martin Ashway who provides a huge amount of information on raising chickens in your own backyard.

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