If you decide to own chickens, it is necessary that you have a chicken coop. But what purpose does the chicken coop serve? The answer to this will decide how you design your chicken coop and what features you include. The answer to this is more controversial than one might originally think. There are two contrasting views on the issue.
The first group of people believe that chickens need to be protected from the outdoors. These people are convinced that drafts and other outdoor conditions cause illness among the chicken population. Consequently, these people build coops that provide a large amount of shelter for the chickens, almost like a Caribbean resort. They control the wind, temperature, light, and all other elements.
A second group believes that a coop that replicates the outdoors is the most successful set-up. They believe the previous set-up is harmful for the chicken, leading to a less healthy chicken population. As a result, their coops usually contain large amounts of ventilation and little protection from the elements. Essentially, the coop exists to group the chickens together.
These two contrasting ideas can be confusing for someone who is new to chicken coops. What type of coop will lead to the most healthy and happy chickens? The answer to this and all your other questions can be answered in this guide.
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