Episode 155 - Building a Predator-Proof Coop

About this episode

This episode provides practical advice on building a secure chicken coop to protect against predators.

You don’t need a fancy coop. You need a secure one. In this episode, I walk you through what actually keeps your chickens safe — not what looks pretty on Instagram. We cover: The biggest predator mistakes beginners make Why chicken wire isn’t enough How dogs are often the real problem The 5 non-negotiables of a predator-proof coop Daily habits that protect your flock What to check before predators ever become an issue Foxes, dogs, hawks, snakes — if you have chickens, you have predators. The goal isn’t panic. It’s preparation. If you’re setting up your first coop, or you want to reinforce the one you’ve got, this episode will give you a clear plan. 📒 Chicken Keeping Logbook (track health, costs & egg production): 👉 https://amzn.to/44QgctY 🖨 Printable Planning Sheets: 👉 https://www.mojohomestead.net/journal-chicken 📬 Join the newsletter for seasonal chicken tips: 👉 https://www.mojohomestead.net Next week: Egg Overload — what to do when you have more eggs than you can handle. Life’s too short to eat store-bought eggs.

People in this episode

Host: CJ Steedman

Topics covered

• chicken coop
• predator-proofing
• chicken care
• homesteading
• poultry safety

Keywords

• chickens
• predators
• coop design
• chicken wire
• homesteading

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Chicken Keeping Logbook, Printable Planning Sheets

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