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You're going to need a much, much larger run than what is attached to that setup. I also strongly advise you cover it with 1/2" hardware cloth and secure it with poultry staples or screws with fender washers. And it appears as if the coop needs a lot more ventilation. Because you have a solid roof on the tiny run, the wall on the sheltered side can accommodate a very large area of ventilation. I would cut off the top 7 to 8" of siding and cover it with 1/2" hardware cloth. Try to get some ventilation opposite that side to promote air flow.
Thank you for the wonderful advice! There seems to be good ventilation at the top of the inside wall, we plan to put a thermometer inside to keep track of temps to make sure but will add more ventilation if needed before they move in. Their “summer” home location is a nice shaded area on the south side of our yard.
With yours and others advise we will be adding hardware cloth to the outside run. We also plan to create a large fenced in area for them to roam during the day and hope to let them free range whenever I can be outside with them. 😁❤️
 
There seems to be good ventilation at the top of the inside wall, we plan to put a thermometer inside to keep track of temps to make sure but will add more ventilation if needed
Ventilation has a lot more to do with fresh air than it does temperatures although temperatures are also important. If you do not have several square feet of ventilation, you need more ventilation!
 

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