![]() Hen houses should provide hens as much space as possible. Whatever type of hen house you choose for your hens it is important to ensure they have plenty of space to walking around, explore, forge, scratch and peck at the ground, dust bathe and flap their wings. This pen is then moved every day or two, so both the hens and the garden benefit. Another type of chicken coop is a moveable pen that allows hens to eat insects, grass and seeds. Litter not only absorbs your hens’ manure but the mix of manure and litter can also make a great garden compost. Hens love scratching around in the litter. For example: a deep-litter system with an enclosure at ground level, usually on concrete, and a deep layer of litter (rice hulls, sawdust or wood shavings) that is changed regularly to ensure it remains dry and friable. Alternatively, if you choose to make your own there are a number of designs that can be used. Hen houses bought from produce stores are usually wooden enclosures or metal A-frame coops. Your hens’ house also need to be able to protect them from weather and predators - remember that predators will fly into, dig under or gnaw at any hen house if possible. Anyone considering keeping hens (or chickens) in their backyard must give them a comfortable, clean and secure house. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |