As a baseline, it’s key that a coop is sturdy so it can keep your hens protected from harsh weather and potential predators. From there, you can deck it out with extra features and even get creative ...

DIY chicken coops are becoming a hot trend in the U.S. Searches for "easy DIY chicken coop plans" on Pinterest have jumped by ...

Learning how to predator proof the chicken coop and run is the most efficient way to keep would-be diners at bay. Your coop should be made of strong, sturdy materials that cannot be penetrated by ...

With egg prices so high and Chicago and many suburbs allowing people to raise hens, some are thinking about backyard chickens.

Monette says a good laying chicken will lay an egg a day or every other day if they are healthy and young. “That really gives ...

Another essential feature you must uphold for your chicken run is adequate space. The general rule of thumb is to allow a minimum of 10 square feet per chicken in the run. But if you can create an ...

That was, until I learned the giant retailer is selling chicken coops—yes, chicken coops. The coop holds up to 15 chickens (!!) and includes a feeder, a waterer, and five nesting boxes.

He checks on the chickens every day. "Chickens run and poop," said Hodges. Principal Hans Rheinschild built a chicken coop. He had a special purpose that would benefit kids while going to school.