If you want to have a chicken coop but the thought of building one really doesn't appeal, and buying a pre-made one is too expensive, then maybe you should look into buying chicken coop kits.

Basically, these chicken coop kits contain all the parts and materials you need, pre-cut, so you can assemble it at home in your garden without all the bother of using plans, buying materials and cutting to measure. They'll keep your chickens safe and happy and are a lot quicker to make than starting from scratch.

There are some points to consider before buying though. Below, I'll look at the three main things to consider before purchasing.

How Many Chickens Are You Going to Keep in Your Chicken Coop Although an obvious question, you'd be amazed at the amount of times I get questions from people who've bought or made a coop and then asked what chickens to put in it. The bigger the chicken the more space it needs. Smallest needs about 2 - 3 square feet of space each, the larger breeds need 5 to 6 square feet of space each.

Do You Want Eggs, Meat or Both? Most people look to raise chickens for fresh eggs, some for organic meat and others for both. Decide which one is for you, as each type has different needs.

What Size Backyard Do You Have? Personally I'd recommend no more than 2 or 3 chickens if you've a small backyard. Choosing your chicken coop kit depends on the space you have available. The more space, the bigger the coop and the more chickens you can keep.

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