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From Overgrown to Egg-citing: Turning Your Neglected Coop Into a Safe Haven
Oh, the things we do for love, and fowl play. You've got the land, the vision, and a freshly cleared coop that's begging for some feathered friends. But before you bring home your cluck-tastic crew of four or five, let's talk about turning that neglected space into a safe, egg-citing haven. First off, that gap between the ground and the coop? Hardware cloth buried a few inches into the dirt is your cheap, predator-proof bestie. And since you're in central/north-ish Texas where the sun is basically a personal grudge, ventilation is everything, think windows you can prop open or a solar-powered fan if you're feeling fancy. No power? No problem. A deep litter method keeps the stink down and the heat manageable.
