We bought this as a starter coop. and then greatly enlarged it by adding a room off the back to triple the inside living space. We then built a 9.5 x14.5 x 6.5 foot tall welded wire run (with a top) around the whole thing. The wood is pretty soft, and a raccoon, or dog could get in easily if it is not enclosed. We also screwed the house to a 2x4 frame, and buried 18 inch skirting below. It's OK. but be warned this will only hold 2 chickens, and really only if a yard to free range in. It's tiny. We have 6 birds....and with the improvements we have done it's working out fine. If you want this out in your yard unenclosed, be completely sure you will not have predators. Animals could A. Open barrel bolts on doors B. Open the top, which does not lock shut in any way C. Tip it over, it's light D. Go straight through the thin, soft wood.
Room we added
Run we made.
This house absolutely needs something around it....it you have even just dogs nearby. A medium size dog could easily tip this as it is intended to be used.
Room we added
Run we made. This house absolutely needs something around it....it you have even just dogs nearby. A medium size dog could easily tip this as it is intended to be used.