I can choose to keep them in the run during certain times of the year, for example, in the spring when I am planting seeds or when I don't want them attacking my garden (I lost an entire crop of sweet corn one year without a run!).I always throw my table scraps right into the run so it is contained (and I can keep the run closed while the chickens eat these scraps so my dog doesn't get in there and eat them!). ![]() The chickens have a place to go to if they see a predator (our run has a roof so they are quite safe in it, even with the door open).There are several reasons why we still have a chicken run regardless of having free ranging birds, and here is why: We like to free range our chickens, which means we give them the entire yard to run around in with the choice of going back into their open chicken run and chicken coop when they want to for shelter, or to eat and drink. Needless to say, I love having chickens, and so does my whole family. I have been a chicken owner for many, many years in several different locations.Įven while writing this I have my rooster crowing just under my window with chickens clucking lol. ![]() They are usually attached to the chicken coop so when the coop door opens in the morning, they can choose to stay inside the or go out into the world beyond the chicken coop (most prefer to go beyond chicken coops, that I can tell you). ![]() Chicken runs are an extremely important component of having a chicken coop, and are not to be confused with the chicken coop itself! They are a separate (but most often attached) area for your chickens to have free range, while still being contained and safe from predators.Ĭhicken runs are typically made from a wire fencing material and can be held in place with wood or metal poles or feet.
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