I am considering purchasing this kennel for my 7 chickens. Would you recommend?
2053934
No. I also have chickens and ended up building them a coop. Unless you have a cover on the top (not the tarp A frame that is optional ((I have that as well)) you will see that predators can access them. Even if that was covered, the links are too wide and they can burrow underneath. While this is perfect for the small amount of time that my dogs are there, I would not recommend using this frame and chicken wire. Other than that, my only complaint was the unwinding of the chain link, which can catch on itself and make the task very annoying. Overall people come to my house and are very impressed with the product for the price. Good Luck No. I also have chickens and ended up building them a coop. Unless you have a cover on the top (not the tarp A frame that is optional ((I have that as well)) you will see that predators can access them. Even if that was covered, the links are too wide and they can burrow underneath. While this is perfect for the small amount of time that my dogs are there, I would not recommend using this frame and chicken wire. Other than that, my only complaint was the unwinding of the chain link, which can catch on itself and make the task very annoying. Overall people come to my house and are very... » Read More No. I also have chickens and ended up building them a coop. Unless you have a cover on the top (not the tarp A frame that is optional ((I have that as well)) you will see that predators can access them. Even if that was covered, the links are too wide and they can burrow underneath. While this is perfect for the small amount of time that my dogs are there, I would not recommend using this frame and chicken wire. Other than that, my only complaint was the unwinding of the chain link, which can catch on itself and make the task very annoying. Overall people come to my house and are very impressed with the product for the price. Good Luck « Show Less
2053935
I believe it would hold chickens safely however I had dogs it and they were able to chew holes in it and get out.
2053936
Yes, it would be very good for chickens. I actually own chickens, and though we already had a coop built for them, I bought this one for our new pup. It would be ideal for chickens too.
2053937
I have a 10x10x6 kennel for my chickens. I also bought a weather guard top that comes down on front and back. On the sides, I covered it with 8x10 tarps. At first I was disappointed to have the extra length on the bottom, but it has been great at keeping predators out. It is laying on the ground and I put cement blocks on it. In summer during the day, I fold up the bottom of the tarp and use bungie cords for more air flow.
2053938
No. I also have chickens and ended up building them a coop. Unless you have a cover on the top (not the tarp A frame that is optional ((I have that as well)) you will see that predators can access them. Even if that was covered, the links are too wide and they can burrow underneath. While this is perfect for the small amount of time that my dogs are there, I would not recommend using this frame and chicken wire. Other than that, my only complaint was the unwinding of the chain link, which can catch on itself and make the task very annoying. Overall people come to my house and are very impressed with the product for the price. Good Luck
1437556
I have 3 bantams and it is too small along with an attached running pen. I wouldn't keep more than 2 small grown chickens. They also don't use the roost that is provided and sleep in the tray or nests upstairs. My hens should be laying next month...it will be interesting if they use the nests for laying eggs. The pen is not designed to be moved or relocated...I've had mine a few months and it is starting to crack and the end door has been replaced with longer screws several times! The coop is made of light material and won't last very long especially if you relocate your birds to new grasses. Also, the nests are getting loose with no use!! From one grandma to another, you get quality with what you pay.
464590
Yes , its good cage and very well built..the only thing i dont like about these cage is cleaning part , i wish they had sliding tray as well so it can be easily clean,,when birds are breeding and sitting on eggs they hate being transfer and in most cases they never sit on eggs once moved out of the cage !
1672875
Can always modify it. We just added a 15×15 run. This coop is small tho. Good for 2-3 chickens. I have 5 & is very cramped. Thank goodness it was winter so they kept each other warm lol
636957
If I were you, I'd get the smaller version of this same cage. One Canary would have a LOT of room in this one; really more than necessary.
1995162
I would not house more than 4 full size chickens in this or 6 bantams. You can fit 6 full size birds but they may be a little crowded and keeping it clean would be a chore.
1322295
It does fine in a barn retrofitted for chickens, so I think a small batroom will be OK. Also, the bats will probably like the warmth - just like my chickens. Just keep the heater away from combustibles. I put mine on a wood pallet.
1925294
We have had up to 60 chickens at one time and 60 meat birds at another time. They fit comfortably until about 3 weeks and began getting cramped. But you can put any bird in it and the best thing about this brooder is you can adjust the windows to the feeders depending on the size of bird and it keeps their water clean and food clean!!! Hope this helped!
1530250
I keep 3 with plenty of room. I think up to 6 would be comfortable. Make sure you reinforce to keep predators out.My Dad raised 5000. It's amazing how little space chickens need to be happy and keep laying.
1716353
The nests are designed for one chicken at a time. We have 6 boxes for 17 hens and it works just fine.
1911156
The quality was decent. I think it would last a while. You do need to put a couple of coats of some type of water sealer to help it not weather so quickly. I have three ducks that fit perfect in this cage. I added some redwood 24s around the whole cage and run to strengthen it and to make the run and the hutch one piece.
464587
Hm. I have 3 budgies. I can probably add 2-3 more into the cage. But cockatiels are much larger, so i think it has good room for just one cockatiel. Reason because i think it is the narrowness of the cage. If its 2-3 inches wider, it'd be perfect for two.. I can say, as the owner of this cage since black friday, it does help keep your floor clean just about 90-95% of the time. ;-) i would even pay a full price just to get another one.
134500
I don't think that it would be the best thing for them. Its very small. The picture makes it look WAYYYYY bigger than it actually is. I don't think it would be big enough for them to be comfortable. It was fine for my 9 chickens when they were chicks but we had to make a lot of modifications to it and we had to build on. The wood is actually very cheap and it is thin wood. It's not pressure treated for the weather. Ours is falling apart and warpes.
1496787
I have 6 hens and it is plenty for them. This is also my first year with chickens. They don't all drink at the same time. I've had this for about 2-3 months now. I really like this system because you don't have worry about dirty or spilled water. Before, I was always cleaning & refilling.
337639
I'm not quite sure how big my kennel is...all I know is that I have the biggest one I've ever seen and it fit perfect. Saved me at least $400. I mean if you're out $40 it's better than spending $400 right?
435463
There are two vents in the top section. We have seven large breed chickens. We keep them open and the front door is propped open leading to a large dog kennel type enclosure. I did notice morning condensation on the inside of the roof in the morning. The vents being open 24/7 seems to have re-leaved that problem. Our weather is identical to that of near-coast San Francisco{cold, damp and foggy}.
514022
Yes, in my opinion, it would be fine for them! I have 3 of these cages and one Degu per cage and they have plenty of room. And, they're easy to clean! Hope this helps!