One of the most important factors you need to take into consideration as you build a chicken house is which size you should be using. If you choose the wrong size for your chicken house, your chickens are not going to lay eggs effectively and you may wind up with nothing more than a number of pets to feed.
There are many advantages to choosing a small chicken house size; here are the few main ones to consider.
Cheaper To Build
A small chicken coop is going to be much more cost effective to build due to the reduced need for building supplies. Further, since you won't have to invest as much time in the building process, that will also free you up more time to do other work.
Potential To Be A Mobile Chicken Coop
Another nice thing about a small chicken house is that if you want to turn it into a mobile chicken coop, you certainly can. These are great for those who want to keep an eye on their chickens and transport the house to where they need it.
Easier To Maintain
Finally, the last big advantage to a small chicken house is that they are easier to clean and maintain. Since you will be housing a lower number of birds (typically two to four), they will not produce as much waste that you need to clean up.
So, keep these points in mind as you decide what size of chicken house you want to build. Obviously if you know you need to have seven or more birds, a small house is not going to be an option, but otherwise it's definitely something to consider.
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