Author Topic: Red Mite Proof Nest Boxes (Read 1995 times)

Marches Farmer · « **on:** October 08, 2017, 08:55:41 am »

I sent for a couple of heavy duty waterproof beds for my dogs and was struck by their suitability for nest boxes in a shed-type coop: raised sides so the hens feel secure; deep enough not to have the bedding scratched out and moulded plastic so they can be removed and hosed down. Cheap, too.

Womble · « **Reply #1 on:** October 08, 2017, 09:13:17 am »

That's interesting! Have you got any pictures MF?

In a similar vein, our hens currently nest in an old cracked cat litter tray (don't worry, it was thoroughly cleaned out)! The one below is £13, so not cheap. However, I suspect similar to a dog bed?

DavidandCollette · « **Reply #2 on:** October 08, 2017, 10:01:53 am »

Picture of dog bed please

Marches Farmer · « **Reply #3 on:** October 08, 2017, 08:46:50 pm »

Having problems with computer and can't get photo uploaded but if you go on eBay and search for waterproof dog bed you'll see the ones I mean - oval, with a dip at the front for the dog to get in. They come in various sizes and thicknesses - from pug size (I'm thinking bantams here) to cocker spaniel, which would be fine for a large fowl.