So I've had my chickens since mid-April. It's been a decent experience so far, although I am anxiously awaiting my treasure of eggs.
Cleaning out the coop is relatively easy (thanks to the additional cost of the removable litter tray). My feeders and waterers are big enough that I basically only have to refill and clean them every 3 days or so (sometimes less). The run I have is a nice size for 5 chickens, so they have plenty of grass and bugs and such to nibble, too.
I have to go and let them out of the coop every morning, and then lock them back in at night. During dusk, they come out into the run and do a lot of scampering about. It's great fun to watch them. Hubby likes to catch crickets to feed them.
Overall, I find my chickens pretty damn satisfying.
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I'd love to see some photos!
Did you build or buy your coop? Do you have a source to share? My plan is to get started with chickens next year and the coop I'm looking at also has a removable poop tray. That sounds like an essential for me!
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