Coops & Pens

Chicken Coops & Pens

Raise your chickens in a secure and comfortable environment with chicken coops and pens from Tractor Supply. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or a backyard enthusiast, our selection ensures the safety and happiness of your feathered friends.

Chicken Coop Basics

• Size: Ensure your coop is large enough to comfortably house your flock by allotting at least 4 square feet per chicken.

• Security: Opt for sturdy frames, predator-proof latches and appropriate mesh to better protect your chickens from potential hazards. 

• Ease of Cleanliness: Prioritize pens with removable trays or coops with accessible doors for easy up-keep. Additionally, quality coop litter, made from durable and lightweight material that absorbs moisture while drying quickly, is crucial for maintaining a clean and comfortable environment for chickens. 

• A Place to Lay Eggs: If you are raising egg-laying chickens, you’ll want to make sure they have a comfortable area to do so. Hens prefer to lay their eggs in dark secluded areas; by installing nesting boxes into your coop or pen, you can ensure that your hens feel safe and the easy retrieval of intact eggs. 

• A Place to Sleep: Chickens prefer roosting off the ground to feel secure from predators, requiring a minimum of 8 inches of space per bird, or 10 inches for larger breeds. Installing perches in stair-step fashion can provide multiple levels for chickens to hop onto, facilitating both safety and ease of cleaning.

• Ventilation: A well-ventilated coop or pen helps you keep a healthy and safe environment for your chickens. Choosing coops with windows and using breathable poultry netting or chicken wire can help to provide your flock with light and fresh air.  

• Food: Consider placing feeders and waterers inside the shelter of the coop or pen or under a covered area to help prevent spoilage and algae growth and promote cleanliness and temperature control.

Raise your chickens in a secure and comfortable environment with chicken coops and pens from Tractor Supply. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or a backyard enthusiast, our selection ensures the safety and happiness of your feathered friends.

Tractor Supply is proud to serve the needs of customers living Life Out Here, offering a complete selection of chicken coops, pens, nesting boxes and other poultry and livestock supplies. Get your next poultry coop or pen by visiting your local Tractor Supply store or placing an order with us online.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Coops and Pens

1. Are chicken coops and pens waterproof? If you're looking for waterproof chicken coops/pens, select models are available at Tractor Supply. Other options may be labeled as water-resistant chicken coops/pens. It's important to note that not all coops and pens are waterproof, so be sure to research the material and construction carefully.
2. Are chicken coops and pens safe for my flock? Unless you invest in a predator-resistant chicken coop/pen, there's always the unfortunate reality that your birds might be threatened by wildlife. There are some lockable chicken coops and pens available that can also help deter predators and theft. 

Chicken Guides

Looking for more information on how to raise chicks and chickens? Check out our Life Out Here chicken articles to find everything you need to know for raising your backyard flock:

• Guide for Raising Chickens

• Raising Baby Chicks 101: How to Care for Chicks

• Poultry Breeds Guide

• How to Treat Coccidiosis in Chickens