I lock the chickens in the coop at night, since it is sturdier than the run. A determined fox could get into the run, but could not break into the coop. We call it "putting the chickens to bed". If you feel predators are not a risk, and the coop is only for shelter from the weather, locking them in the coop is unnecessary. But beware, foxes are more ubiquitous than you think. They are moving into suburban and even urban areas.
Maureen and the girls at the
Rowdy Girls Ranch
Marana, AZ
Rowdy Girls Ranch
Marana, AZ
In a message dated 2/25/2013 10:06:36 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, burns62985@yahoo.com writes:
If I have an attached run with my coop can I leave the chicken door open or do I still lock the chickens in the coop at night?
Maria (Virginia)
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