If you plan to build a henhouse, and you want more information on how best to do so – then this article was written for you. In particular, we will answer the question “why build?” You give advice to look after your chickens, and show you how to build your own Coop and run. When you finish reading this article, you’ll be eager to build! Let’s start by examining the main reasons why you want to build one. For many, the reason is to take a break from our modern, hectic lifestyle – and get “back to basics.” Also, keeping your own chickens can really give you an amazing amount of eggs for nearly nothing. Although care of the chickens may take time, you will also find it very rewarding! What is the first step for chickens? It should have a place to keep them. You will need a coop or Coop – and there are several options where to go from here. First, buy a “precompiled” Coop – who is the most expensive option. Second, you can choose to build your own. That’s what most people seem to choose, and it’s actually very simple to do. So how can you build your own chicken coop and run? It’s simple enough to pen “easy” using only wooden stakes and chicken wire. But this is not enough. Because your chickens will also need a shelter against the elements. A simple “box” style house is usually fine. This can be made of plywood in an afternoon – and you can even get more fancy with a little effort and creativity. It’s a good idea to take some shots before starting to build, however. Many of the best are available for download online.