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Cyndilu...
an excellent series of pics at this site.* See the "Chicken-O-Rama" here.
* Check out this cool "hoop coop." This is the design I originally chose,
but didn't build.
* Check out the Chicken-O-Rama, which extends on both sides of a shed.
* All
Cooped Up... How to build a chicken coop from scratch, including materials list and instructions.
*
Mother's Bioshelter Greenhouse...
This quality greenhouse uses both solar and compost heat and houses rabbits and chickens, including structure, notes on construction,
cross sections and floor plans.* Run, Chicken, Run... How to build a poultry enclosure with wood and chicken wire; includes instructions
and pictures.
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Build Chicken Coops... Excellent site showing 20 different coop designs, complete with pictures and plans.
Chicken Coops and Pens
Quick Answers to Coop Questions
1. How much floor space do chickens need?
2. Can I use cedar chips as bedding?
3. What should I
consider when designing my hen house?
4. How do I build a nest box?
5. How do I build a roost?
6. How do I build a breeder cage for bantams?
Copyright 2008, Kathy Hayward, Pivotal Force.
All rights reserved.
PivotalForce@gmail.com
Prefab Coops
Everybody wants a prefab coop, because all the hard work has been done. All you have to do is add feed, water, and
chickens and you're in business! If you go this route, rather than building your own coop or converting a shed, be prepared to shell
out some big bucks!
Winecountrycoops builds custom coops and ships throughout
the U.S.
Hen Spa: more than 10 types of coops and chicken tractors, Check out the Hen Hotel with rainwater collection system and solar
power.
Stagecoach coops: chicken
coop mobile stagecoach tractor. Very unique hoop buildings on wheels.
Mobile Chicken Coops: a full line of custom-built chicken tractors,
DIY kits, coop plans, and accessories
Eglu... holds up to 4 hens.
They're cool, but expensive!
Chicken Trackin'
Easy accounting
for flock owners.
Works just like a checkbook register.