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Have you invested in a poultry of respectable size but now are struggling with what size of a hen house you should invest in? Or, (heavens forbid!) have already purchased a Chicken Coop only to repent the fact that it is just way too big for your place? If any of this seems to fit you then read on and discover.
Consideration 1: Your pocket:
Of course you have to weigh in your wallet before you can decide what kind of a home your birds can live in.
a. A Chicken Ark: is the smallest and therefore the cheapest (not necessarily though). Materials needed include only some lumber and chicken wire. A readymade chicken coop can cost you anywhere from $100 to $400 depending on the maker, the quality and finish and finally the kind of materials used.
b. A Medium sized Chicken Coop: A medium sized coop will typically set you back by around $250 to $300.
c. The Big, premium sized coop: these are a bit bigger than the medium sized. These can easily exceed $500 in cost if you add the Chicken run and are buying it from outside.
All of these prices are variables and can differ significantly from place to place, and seller to seller.
Consideration 2: Your poultry:
The number of birds you have should be the main determinant of what kind of Coop you should purchase. The standard requirement for chicken space is 4 square feet per chicken MINIMUM! (Note: This is as important as the first consideration).
a. Chicken Ark: are best suited if you have around 2 – 4 birds to take care of.
b. Medium sized coop: This is typically suited for 6 – 8 birds.
c. Large sized coop: These are best suited if you have poultry of over 10 birds.
Consideration 3: Your backyard space:
Again depending on the amount of space and where you are planning to build a chicken coop, you should decide upon your investment. Of course if you have less space to offer you should go in for a small chicken ark. Larger spaces can allow for the installation of a medium sized or even a large premium sized coop along with a chicken run for the birds.
Another important thing is whether you are living in a city or a rural area. This seemingly harmless detail can easily turn into a nightmare if your neighbors find it an irritant or if it is just not aesthetically done up so. In a country environment this may not be so much of a hassle. Do keep in mind this detail before you go in for your coop.
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