Hello and thank you very much for another inspiring video from Germany. From a chickens or farmers point of view I would like to suggest one little change. I was surprised to see, that all roost bars have the same hight. Rolex-chickens cannot bear Timex-chickens on the same level. The quite strict hierarchy requires roost bars on 2 (better: 3) different levels. If the bars have the same level it will certainly end up in endless discussions, disputes and even injuries among the chickens. Different heights will lead to more peace, more eggs, more meat an less stress. Cheers Heinz
@gerrymatheson40204 жыл бұрын
I agree with you! I see so many people claim that they should all be at the same height to prevent squabbles. Their argument is that chickens want the highest roost so they will always be fighting over it. No. Chickens establish a pecking order. Once that's established the top birds get their preferred spots. Having some differences is a good thing. I like the way you put it...lol... Rolex vs Timex 😂 Also, if you have a mix of breeds, the large heavy ones like Brahmas or Jersey Giants need to stay closer to the ground or have a stable path to climb to a higher one. Because of their size and weight jumping down from a high perch can result in a hard landing and foot or leg injuries, even broken bones. Not speaking from experience but from what I've heard and read...and it makes sense.
@G4CEFITNESS2 жыл бұрын
Your coops are like a $5 million dollars condo in Manhattan. They're so freaking beautiful. It's time to save my pennies to afford one. As you say, you get what you pay for and I can't wait to get one. Thanks for your videos, your information and your love of chickens.
@CarolinaCoopsVideos2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@JaneWagman3 жыл бұрын
You need to take a vacation to Kuaii - go to the north end of the island and watch all the chickens running wild from the jungle onto the sandy beach where they beg scraps from the tourists. :)
@robloxmaster-bh8iq2 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome thank you for your videos
@gerrymatheson40204 жыл бұрын
Great Q n A video... I should probably share this article link on one of your deep litter videos... but you did touch on it here. I ran across this great article about the deep litter method, including some of the original research done on it. Maybe you've already seen it before but incase not thought I'd share the link...and for your viewers that might not have seen/read it. One of the best articles I've read on the topic. I've been trying to learn all I can about it, and have appreciated your videos on it. I think you're the only ones I've heard address not adding diatomaceous earth into your deep litter (not touched on in this article). Makes sense that microscopic diatoms that mess up bugs like mites and lice will also damage the smaller micro organisms/decomposers that break down the wastes and create the beneficial balance/biome on the coop floor. (Limit your DE to your dust bath.) www.plamondon.com/wp/deep-litter-chicken-coops/
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
thank you for your comments. We have a few videos about the deep litter method as all our chicken coops come with deep litter beds. It's not only a set it and forget system, but it's healthier for the chickens. Thanks for watching.
@audiomantim4 жыл бұрын
Matt, another quality video brother!!! You’re looking fit and healthy through this pandemic.
@monicaperez28434 жыл бұрын
Matt, I love your live KZbin chats. Hope to see more of them. Can you announce the time a day before?
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
Hi Monica, you're assuming we are that organized. LOL. Where would you like us to announce a new video coming out so you would see it?
@canadianlady7774 жыл бұрын
...why not subscribe and hit the bell to let you know when the next video is loaded...
@gerrymatheson40204 жыл бұрын
@@canadianlady777 for live videos it's nice to know ahead of time...or it's just luck of the draw to catch it. Announce it the day before here on the channel, and on your Facebook page or other social media...
@canadianlady7774 жыл бұрын
Great information...I want to manage a coop some day...
@PT-mi9gh4 жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, can we see a close up of how you attach the mesh to the run and windows?
@trackrat624 жыл бұрын
It appears that it is stapled to the frames and in this coop the hardware cloth is then sandwiched with another layer of 1x in the run.
@PT-mi9gh3 жыл бұрын
@@trackrat62Thanks Greg
@Khmat4 жыл бұрын
Love this video and thanks for sharing all these valuable information and tips. I have a question please: In your coop designs, I can see that you have two versions of ladders; one with a base board and steps on top and one with steps only. Which one you prefer and why? Thanks
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
Hi Alex. Excellent question. In our original designs we had a plank with 1"x2" steps on that board on our coops. Then we designed the ladder version that is removable for one of our custom coops and we liked the design better so we've kept that for all our coops going forward. We like it because we find our customers like that it's removable with hooks, since the ladders get so dirty. But we love the design because it allows us to use pieces of wood that normally would go to waste. So now that wood is out of the landfills and being used in a productive manner on our coops. Thanks for your question and for watching our video.
@Khmat4 жыл бұрын
@@CarolinaCoopsVideos Thanks for your response and keep the good work. Big fan 👍🏽
@davidgarrison52704 жыл бұрын
Great info!! I saw in one video that you had a duck apartment added on. What if I also want Turkeys? THank you.
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
Many people have turkeys in their flock, if you wanted something just for turkeys, we can do that too.
@kellyjenny10004 жыл бұрын
I bought a beautiful chicken coop from a family owned company and their coops are made in Pennsylvania the Amish way I received my coop not very convenient for me. The chicken door opens from the inside of the coop which makes all the pine chips fall underneath have to get inside the coop to clean it out with a 3-ft height to get in. I think they have very small vet holes but I can't see them and don't even know if they have them they have windows which screens that you can open help please spend a lot of money on this coupe.
@CH-mu6kf Жыл бұрын
What about alpaca fur in nest box
@deniseroy5892 жыл бұрын
How can i keep my chicken warm in a Canadian winter.
@CarolinaCoopsVideos2 жыл бұрын
Hi Denise. Chickens do fine in the cold, you want to protect your flock from snow, sleet, and cold winds. Our coops have covered runs, so that's the first important step, so they have a dry place to get out of the elements. We also sell our winter storm shields (which can be cut to any size, but we make them for our coops mostly) and it's polycarbonate that screws onto the coop frame to block out the winter elements, while not introducing heat to the coop. Thanks for watching
@BigHossGun74 Жыл бұрын
Will you ever have building plans for sale?
@CarolinaCoopsVideos Жыл бұрын
We hope to one day, there are just so many logistics to work out. Thanks for watching
@kathleenernstpurpledragonk78003 жыл бұрын
Can you have a coop with the room on one side and a hen house on other side with under part that you can have dust bath
@clarapappas18294 жыл бұрын
My hens got used to perching outside in the run. Can't seem to get them to go into the coop. I live in upstate NY and it gets pretty cold. I did cover the back wall to help with the wind. But not sure if I should worry.
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
It would be best to get them to roost in the coop where they are protected from the elements and predators.
@clarapappas18294 жыл бұрын
@@CarolinaCoopsVideos thank you for your response. Not worried about predators because run is very solid. But how do I get them in the coop. Should I bring them one by one each night and then close access door? Concerned that I may have too many chickens (you know chicken math). 28 chicken coop is 4x8 with 3 2x1 bars across the length.
@John_Malloy3 жыл бұрын
@@clarapappas1829 Take the roosts from out of the run temporarily until they get used to roosting in the coop. Then the first thing I would do is what you suggested, i.e. bringing them in one by one. A broom can help you herd in any skittish ones. Also, if you can get food and water in the coop, holding them in there for a couple of days is a surefire way to establish their roosting habit. BTW, I like 2x4's, flat side up, or even 4x4's as roosts. I believe these are more comfortable for the hens. I will scrape them off every morning if necessary and apply "Sweet PDZ" horse stall refresher (powder not granular), and then brush it off later. This keeps them clean and dry.
@sharkeishatwerks17314 жыл бұрын
Matt you look so so good!!
@ashleyhenry48203 жыл бұрын
I am an avid follower of your videos. Thanks for all you post. I’m curious about the one foot/bird rule. What if you have space to run two roost bars parallel to each other? Does that double your available coop space for more hens?
@CarolinaCoopsVideos3 жыл бұрын
HI Ashley, thanks for following us. Except for the California Coop, all our coops have at least 2 roost bars running parallel. We determine how many roost bars by the size of the henhouse because we want to give enough space between the two so the chickens aren't on top of each other (and pooping on each other). So for our 4' deep henhouse we put in two roost bars that are as long as the width of the coop, and for our 6' deep henhouses, we put in 3 roost bars that are as long as the width. (which is usually at least 8 feet)
@darrenbrown75683 жыл бұрын
Just wondering if it’s good idea to have a deep litter system in the summer or is this a winter meathod only ? Some answers would be helpful, Thanks
@CarolinaCoopsVideos3 жыл бұрын
The deep litter method is for all year round in all sorts of climates. The key to making it work is the right balance of droppings to hemp (or whatever substrate you are using), not overloading your henhouse with chickens, and to have plenty of ventilation in the henhouse. Hope that helps
@jimgrady99052 жыл бұрын
I keep hearing that ventilation needs to be higher than the roosting bars so the birds don’t get hit with a draft. I notice your windows are the same height as the roosting bars. Is this not a problem?
@CarolinaCoopsVideos2 жыл бұрын
The windows on all our coops close, so in cold weather you can close the windows so there isn't a draft. Even with the windows shut there is still lots of ventilation, through holes under the eaves and the ridge cap and the sheer volume of the henhouse.
@ОлегМалахов-ц4е4 жыл бұрын
Отличные chicken coops восхищаюсь вашими проэктами Россия
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! благодарю вас
@tinacarmichael56494 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you 😊
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tina!
@jameschristian29664 жыл бұрын
Hi Matt, I am wanting to use industrial hemp, but the shipping is more expensive than the product, is there a way to beat the shipping? I’m Cheap, what else can I say?
@CarolinaCoopsVideos4 жыл бұрын
We are offering flat rate shipping on our website. Check it out.
@Pam_Doddridge4 жыл бұрын
Chicken math, it is very real.
@craigcook75894 жыл бұрын
hi im busy building my coop its 2m wide x 1,2m deep and it has a flat roof slopping to the front where can i send my pic to . thanks for your inseration.
@laurafedora53853 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, better to have more space than less. They are intelligent and inquisitive birds. The run is where most people short change their birds for space. If they are packed together it creates a breeding ground for parasites, disease and bullying. I have been a victim of chicken math, you really have to be disciplined to not overcrowd and help keep your birds happy.