Small Chicken Coop - Building Chicken Coops

There’s no reason why you can’t keep your own chickens even if you only have a small back garden. A small chicken coop will give you an opportunity to raise a couple of chickens which will still provide you with newly laid eggs daily. Providing you can allow enough space for each chicken in the coop and chicken run, your chickens will not become stressed and will happily produce eggs.

At least four square feet for each bird in the coop is necessary and probably three times that per bird in the run itself. Also ensure that the height of the coop is sufficient to allow the birds to roost off the ground without hitting their heads on the ceiling. Once these points have been considered, a small chicken coop will require exactly the same care and attention to detail as any other sized coop.

Basically a small chicken coop is just a scaled down design of one that houses a whole flock.
Although the coop is smaller it’s still necessary to allow enough doorway space for access to clean and maintain the interior, and also of course for egg collecting.

If you include a nesting box in the coop it will encourage the chicken/s to lay their eggs there instead of all over their living quarters.

The coop must still be well ventilated so a small window preferably south facing is necessary. Bad ventilation will cause the ammonia and dampness to build up in the coop and cause disease to flourish. Chickens can survive a certain amount of cold, but dampness can lead to many problems.

Insulation, particularly in colder climates, is a must. A well insulated chicken coop with keep the chickens warm and encourage egg laying.

The position of the coop is important as you don’t want it too much in the open as to suffer from bad weather conditions, but it also needs to be where it will get the most sunlight. Chickens hate to be too cold or too hot, so if you want healthy birds these are all important points to consider.

Make sure the coop is accessible all the way round the exterior so that maintenance is not a problem. This is an important point, because if something needs repairing access if vital.

The safety of your chickens is your number one priority, and depending upon where you live, it might be a good idea to cover the top of your chicken run with heavy mesh to deter flying predators. Ensuring the run and coop itself are secure is important.

If possible raise the coop itself slightly off of the ground to prevent damp and excess rain causing

problems. A damp atmosphere can cause health problems with chickens and measures to prevent this happening are well worth the effort.
Keeping your own chickens can be very rewarding, so no matter where you live, or how much space you have, remember that small chicken coops can still give you the opportunity to keep a couple of chickens and give you a fresh supply of eggs.

And if you want to buy ready-made chicken coops, check out these coops below. Click on the image to get more details.

	Chicken Coop, Portable, for 3 to 5 hens List Price: $559.00 Sale Price: $499.00 Average Rating:
	Designed for the backyard and urban farmer, the Portable Chicken Coop is an affordable and space efficient home for your backyard chickens. Modeled on the classic chicken ark that has served British hen-keepers for decades, the coop provides a healthy, predator-proof home for up to 3 medium laying hens or 5 Bantams...

New Deluxe Wood Chicken Coop Hen House Outdoor Farm Chicken House
List Price: $149.95
Sale Price: $99.95
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You are viewing a brand new deluxe wooden chicken coup. Our quality fully treated wood chicken coups come directly from the manufacture providing you the best prices online. Buy from us and save big! Brand new in retail packaging Beautiful Design Solid Construction Fully treated premium grooved wood Coop holds 5 to 10 chickens depending on the size of the bird Nesting box with (2) rest areas Hinged lid to collect the eggs Sliding door with ramp allows chickens to enter and exit Rear ventilation Hinged roof will allow simple access for cleaning and feeding Side is also removable Sliding wood pan pad makes for simple cleaning Dimensions: 43" H X 32" D X 48" W Weighs 50lbs

	Large Chicken Coop, Portable, for 5 to 7 Hens List Price: $899.00 Sale Price: $799.00
	Our large portable chicken coop is designed for the backyard and urban farmer. It is an affordable and space efficient home for your backyard chickens. Modeled on the classic chicken ark that has served British hen-keepers for decades, the coop provides a healthy, predator-proof home for up to 5 medium laying hens or 7 Bantams...

	Pawhut Deluxe Chicken Coop Hen House List Price: $399.99 Sale Price: $159.99 Average Rating:
	This high quality Large Deluxe Chicken coop is made from fully treated and grooved wood. It is coated with a water based preservative leaving a golden brown finish. TIt is versatile, strong and a complement to any home or garden...

	Atlanta Chicken Coop Sale Price: $400.00
	Atlanta Chicken Coop Panelized kit, once constructed will hold up to 4 chickens. This kit will come precut, panelized, and primed! Easy to assemble and easy to clean. Perfect for fresh eggs from your backyard! FREE SHIPPING! This Coop kit will arrive by freight carrier on a pallet, you will be required to have 2 peopel to help unload each piece and panel (max weight 35 lbs...

	CHICKEN FARMER ~Novelty Sign~ parking farm rancher eggs Sale Price: $8.99
	BRAND NEW SIGN!! 12" tall and 8" wide sign. Our novelty signs are made from outdoor durable plastic with professional grade vinyl graphics. These signs will never rust or fade, perfect inside or out (4-5 years outdoors)! The sign has round corners and a hole pre-drilled for easy mounting...

	Berlin Chicken Coop Sale Price: $400.00
	Berlin Chicken Coop This panelized kit is constructed of high-quality materials in the heart of Ohio's Amish country! This unit is great for 1-4 chickens, it will arrive in a precut, primes, panelized kit! FREE SHIPPING! Your Coop kit will arrive by freight carrier on a pallet, at delivery you will be required to have 2 people to help unload wach panel and piece (max weight 35lbs...

	4x6 Gambrel Barn Chicken Coop Sale Price: $995.00
	4'x6' Gambrel Barn Chicken Coop Kit This Chicken Coop will hold up to 8 chickens. Handcrafted in the heart of Ohio's Amish Country, this piece is sure to last you and your feathered friends! Panelized wall sections, precut, and primed ready for assembly! FREE SHIPPING! This kit will arrive by freight carrier on a pallet...

	6x8 Gambrel Barn Chicken Coop Sale Price: $1,350.00
	6' x 8' Gambrel Barn Chicken Coop Kit This Chicken Coop Kit comes in a precut panelized kit, complete with full color instruction manual. Constructed of high-quality materials in the heart of Ohio's Amish country! The 6x8 coop is great for up to 15 chickens! FREE SHIPPING! Your kit will arrive by freight carrier on a pallet...