how predator proof is it i have 4 bantams that i need a coop for and they would be outside in it but would it be safe
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It all locks up tight. I have raccons and opossums in my back yard, and my chickens are safe. Its not very weather resitant, when it rains the door for the chickens swells and is so hard to open and close. It got very annoying for me trying to close it up at night, i just gave up and left it open. But my chicken coop is inside of a dog run, which i found to be a better saftey option, and they cant eat my olants while i am away.
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As long as the doors are all closed and latched, I don't think a predator could get in. Would maybe want to put a heavy object on the roof of the laying area because it doesn't have a latch.
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Honestly I don't know the answer to this. I bought this as a cover for my small dog and cat to take shelter in the rain. They like to be outside even if raining and this was big enough and it seems to be waterproof enough for them to enjoy.
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I upgraded latches and added more locks. Thin wood..... I also lined floor with linoleum. But I feel my 6 hens are safe from predators. Hope this helps
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if you put the chicken wire pen around it, then in my opinion, it would be ok. but you said you wanted to put them in it at night, and they are more inclined to sleep in the roost area than they are "outside" - so actually... with the wire pen attached it seems like it would work for daytime, but I am not sure about night use. Let me know if you want me to take some photos of ours... you might get a better idea of size/space limitations. Direct answer to your question? I don't think it would work that great for 4 hens. 2 work great, but 4 might be overcrowd situation.
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You would have to attach the box to a wooden frame and then attach a door you can open that closes on to the frame. If you do this, add a spring lock to the door that opens onto the frame so that no raccoons or predators can get in...as they will try. You would not want to attach the boxes to a door that opens as a hen could be in one when you open and get trained to not use the box in fear if the box swings. That said, if you do not want to attach the box to a wooden frame that's open, it's actually easy to walk into the coop and get the eggs from the front for me--depending on your coop configuration. You would have to attach the box to a wooden frame and then attach a door you can open that closes on to the frame. If you do this, add a spring lock to the door that opens onto the frame so that no raccoons or predators can get in...as they will try. You would not want to attach the boxes to a door that opens as a hen could be in one when you open and get trained to not use the box in fear if the box swings. That said, if you do not want to attach the box to a wooden frame that's open, it's actually easy to walk into the coop and get the eggs from the front for me--depending on your coop... » Read More You would have to attach the box to a wooden frame and then attach a door you can open that closes on to the frame. If you do this, add a spring lock to the door that opens onto the frame so that no raccoons or predators can get in...as they will try. You would not want to attach the boxes to a door that opens as a hen could be in one when you open and get trained to not use the box in fear if the box swings. That said, if you do not want to attach the box to a wooden frame that's open, it's actually easy to walk into the coop and get the eggs from the front for me--depending on your coop configuration. « Show Less
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This coop is great for the suburbs! I have had this coop for 2 years and have no problems with the wood or construction. It is very sturdy. The hinges have a small bit of rust on them, but not enough to replace them. I live in a suburb and have not had a problem with any prediors, so I don't know how it would hold up if raccoons or foxes were trying to get in. The wood is softer than oak or decking wood, but no structional problems at this point. Fits my 2 Plymouth Rock hens wonderfully. I live in Kentucky and so far it has stood up to 2 hail storms, a 10 inch snowfall in one day, ice and temps in the low 100's in the summer. The only wear and tear is on the roofing tiles from the hail. Good luck! This coop is great for the suburbs! I have had this coop for 2 years and have no problems with the wood or construction. It is very sturdy. The hinges have a small bit of rust on them, but not enough to replace them. I live in a suburb and have not had a problem with any prediors, so I don't know how it would hold up if raccoons or foxes were trying to get in. The wood is softer than oak or decking wood, but no structional problems at this point. Fits my 2 Plymouth Rock hens wonderfully. I live in Kentucky and so far it has stood up to 2 hail storms, a 10 inch snowfall in one day, ice and... » Read More This coop is great for the suburbs! I have had this coop for 2 years and have no problems with the wood or construction. It is very sturdy. The hinges have a small bit of rust on them, but not enough to replace them. I live in a suburb and have not had a problem with any prediors, so I don't know how it would hold up if raccoons or foxes were trying to get in. The wood is softer than oak or decking wood, but no structional problems at this point. Fits my 2 Plymouth Rock hens wonderfully. I live in Kentucky and so far it has stood up to 2 hail storms, a 10 inch snowfall in one day, ice and temps in the low 100's in the summer. The only wear and tear is on the roofing tiles from the hail. Good luck! « Show Less
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I have no idea what you are asking. I use my can for keeping chicken feed and unusually adept predators; namely raccoons, OUT. It works.
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The coop is built well but the perch inside is not high enough. The wood shavings will cover it. It also doesn't lock up securely. I have it inside a 10 x 10 dog kennel. Surrounded by electric wire. So far so good, no predators.
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I use it for my chickens. I have pine shavings down for them and they lay eggs in the top section. I have multiple coops so usually only the younger chickens actually sleep in it since there is no roost. This coop wouldn't offer much protection against predators on it's own but I have it inside a much larger run that is secure so it doesn't matter much. This coop does make an excellent coop for chicks. I use this as my brooder, putting a light on one end on the ground with a tarp over it to keep the heat in and leave the other end open for them to cool off when needed. Works out perfectly.
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I have 2 in there however you could get four just fine. Its a great coop. Built nice. Great!
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Jessica, I think they would work for them too. It makes predators think another predator is there already so it should work. I have not had any problems with the coyotes, bobcats or mountain lions at night since getting them. Still have to watch for them during the daylight though.
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I Don't believe that would be a problem. The mice wouldn't have a chance. My feeder is in the coop, and I haven't seen any mice.
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Critter proof? Yes. Bear proof? Depends. Can a bear open the doors? Doubtful. Could a bear pick it up and toss it? Yes. You will have flies and other bugs but not opossums or raccoons.
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I have had excellent results. It's more like hardware cloth than chicken wire (which is a good thing!) and is stapled very securely. If a raccoon is going to get into this, it's going to be from underneath. The coop end is heavy and pretty secure, but the fenced in area in the right of the pic can be lifted easily. I put cinder blocks all the way around it and have had no problems. I would buy this coop again. I hope this helps.
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I think this coop is too small inside for 4 regular size hens. I decided to only house 3 hens myself. Even with a larger run (which I added) I think the maximum should be 3 otherwise your hens may become stressed.
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Mine is in an 8x8 dog run with roof. Walk in. My coop is off the ground on a simple frame. Chickens have access to all the ground space. I made a ladder to get in the coop.
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I didn't have any problems with raccoons so far; I think the coop is very secure. I lock my chicken in at night and close the attached run in addition. I do remove left over food from the run and also the water bowl. I do not want to attract mice or rats and this seems to do the trick. In addition I clean the roost and coop every 3-4 days so no parasites can dwell there; the chickens are checked regularly for mites, so far I have no investation. Good luck with the coop and the hilarious chicken.
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It should be if they can reach inside it for their food. My Bantams were small when I got them and they had no problems.
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I have rolled mine onto a screened-in porch with outside access and removed the doors for the original two kittens, and now four new kittens to use. They like playing in and out of it and find it a safe place to go to. Since there is no covering, it would not, in my opinion, be an option for outdoor or yard use with doors closed. It is not made to be weather proof.