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Maria2000 6mo ago

We just finished assembling the new coop and run, for the pullets and baby chicks that are outgrowing their spaces. Just need to build nest boxes for them, and it should be good for the summer. #homesteading #chickens https://cdn.nostrcheck.me/8d9d2b77930ee54ec3e46faf774ddd041dbb4e4aa35ad47c025884a286dd65fa/8d7775bae4c08ce810fa62713425479ebc3499086298754c065344b93628b717.webp

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0x07AD 6mo ago

Predators will dig under and kill your animals. A Martin or fox, for example, can wipe out a flock in minutes.

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Maria2000 6mo ago

Yep, we're gonna reinforce the bottom for sure. Already working on it.

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El Dorado 6mo ago

Chicken wire carpet 50cm all around the pen should do the trick. Cover with some mulch for aesthetics and to see where predators tried to dig.

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Maria2000 6mo ago

Yes we're doing just that, along with metal staples around the edges. Plus covering gaps around the door.

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Chris Turkovich 🍇🥩🍾 6mo ago

Nest box that is accessible from the outside is the way to go!