Le hens since ancient times they have produced a food widely consumed by man. For this they would go treated with care, providing the best environment for their well-being. Unfortunately this often does not happen: a service of Tg2, in collaboration with Animal Equality, denounced the "cruel fate of the laying hens”On Italian farms, highlighting the terrible hygienic-sanitary conditions in which they are forced to live.
In addition to this, it has been found the massive presence of red mites, widespread insects that lead to the death of poor hens.
Mites completely cover the eggs e they torment animals to feed on their blood, thus taking on the red color. The hens unfortunately they have no way to defend themselves.
Not only in intensive farms, but also in gardens, in the countryside and on educational farms, these mites may be present. They can be eliminated thanks to targeted disinfestation, but the best way to defend against these parasites is to prevent by buying an excellent quality chicken house which avoids the risk that these beasts attack animals.
What are red mites
Le laying hens, so called because they are able to testify frequently eggs, there are about 42 million in Italy.
Unfortunately they are easily attacked by red mitesinsects that feed on blood and nest in the depths of the cracks and cracks in the chicken coops being very small; consequently it is very difficult to reach them.
These parasites go to settle on the hens, which then suffer from severe itching, anemia and loss of weight. As a result they will be much more poor in health and they will produce fewer eggs. Their death can also occur shortly after.
They are very difficult to notice because they are tiny and do not live perpetually on the host, but on the walls and equipment of the chicken coops.
The only way to have absolute certainty of the non-presence of these insects and therefore have a guarantee of the health of your hens, is to choose a high quality material, when you buy a house.
How the chicken coop should be
In order to eliminate the risk of red mites inside the chicken house, it is necessary to opt for a quality chicken coop in multilayer HPL: this material is flame retardant and antistatic, so as to be sure of the non-existence of termites, parasites and mites. Furthermore guarantees excellent resistance wear, thermal shocks and atmospheric agents, resulting in a profitable investment, since it lasts very long. At the same time it is heavy metal freetherefore harmless to animal health and the environment. It is easy to keep clean, as it is neither absorbing liquids nor smells and it is possible to wash it with simple household cleaners.
On cucciolotta they are found of various typologies produced in Made in Italy:, which integrate perfectly with the garden furniture. Plus they also own one special compartment for eggs, so that they can be extracted without disturbing the animals. In addition to that, they turn out a lot easy to assemble without the use of tools, thanks to the interlocking mechanism.
The Cucciolotta garden hen houses
On the online site, you can choose between different models to find the right one according to your needs and tastes.
The first is the elegant and refined "chicken house Polly", a modern chicken coop, perfect for those looking for something characterized by a contemporary and less rustic style. It is available in sizes S (85x100x86h) and M (95x100x110h).
The second is the chicken coop for laying hens "Polly Farm", which goes well with a wooded environment and a rustic wooden house.
For those who own a large number of animals and maybe looking for a chicken coop for 10 hens, the ideal are the "Polly Gothique chicken house"With dimensions 115x135x97h and the"Polly Maxi Country hen house"(180x110x111h).
The advantages of a chicken coop for chickens and hens Cucciolotta
cucciolotta is a young dynamic Italian artisan company, which guarantees "Made in Italy" in every phase of product development and creation.
It is located in Val Sangone but is characterized by a strong international spirit.
Cucciolotta combines care and quality of a handmade product, with the organization and innovation of an industrial reality.
Numerous expert collaborators advise and work in every business sector, bringing each product to be characterized by high quality standards.
Many have chosen to rely on Cucciolotta (including veterinarians and animal welfare volunteers) and were enthusiastic about it.
Raising chickens with a garden chicken coop is convenient
In addition to establishing contact with nature and living the peaceful country life even in a small way, raising chickens in the garden with a well-made chicken coop it can prove to be the right choice for various reasons.
From an ethical point of view, growing hens in a small domestic farm is much better than the terrible conditions in which these animals are forced to live in Italian intensive farms, where overcrowding reigns, the almost total lack of hygiene, the scarcity of food and water, cannibalism among the hens, the constant harassment by operators and the strong stress. So facnedo, happy and healthy hens are bred by removing them from their cruel fate.
A laying hen can produce over 150 eggs per year; in this way you get free fresh and natural eggs all year round, which bring many beneficial properties for the body and can be used in many recipes.
The initial investment is relatively small: the laying hens of breed can have a cost that varies between 20 € and 50 €. Obviously it is necessary to add the thick of the house. But the disbursement will eventually be convenient, as it will save the money of a precious food such as eggs. Furthermore, there is no contribution to use of the packaging that characterizes this food industry.
They keep insects and pests away various from the home garden, since they feed on larvae, ants, spiders, ticks and much more. In addition keep mosquitoes away, because they cannot stand the smell of the hens.
You can feed on leftovers from food that humans do not consume and throw away, going to waste; obviously it is good to check if they are suitable food for laying hens.
These animals they also produce excellent fertilizer, which will lead to the lush growth of plants and flowers.
They are also exemplary very sociable, which can keep company, as a result they are increasingly popular in animal therapies.
Finally it should be emphasized that taking care of 4 or 5 hens it is not overly demanding: a few minutes a day are enough with a couple of daily checks, paying attention in any case to the cleanliness of the chicken house.
Polly Wall White special series chicken coop
If you are approaching the world of self-production of eggs on the site you will find numerous chicken houses layers, each one for every need.
They are different in size, quantity of hens that can be contained, aesthetic characteristics and finishes. What they have in common is the choice of resistant materials, such as multilayer HPL, and the excellent value for money.
In addition to the chicken coops classic, special versions have been made. One of them is the Polly Wall White Special Series, a house for laying hens whose external characteristics make it visibly different from the others. The external decoration of the walls with exposed white bricks gives it a classic and at the same time country tone.
There are three sizes available:
- size L, suitable for 4/6 hens
- size XL for 6/8 hens
- size 2XL for 9/12 hens.
Obviously, the greater the number of hens it can house, the larger the size of the house. In any case, the useful internal space of size L is 85 × 65 cm. Both the L size and the XL size are equipped with 2 perches for night rest and 2 nest places outside the shelter, while the 2XL version adds a perch for night rest.
Among the basic features of the Polly Wall White the multilayer HPL is part of the material used to make the product, which gives the structure resistance to bad weather, reducing the need for maintenance, and defends laying hens from attack by parasites such as the notorious red mites. In addition, the material is hygienic and can be cleaned with any product. The structure can be assembled and disassembled with great ease, therefore cleaning and retrieving the eggs are now easier for the farmer. The style and design of this one house for laying hens make it attractive and perfect for our garden.
Why don't laying hens lay eggs?
The decision to start a laying hens it is almost always dictated by the desire to independently produce eggs, a fundamental ingredient for our diet. It happens, however, to find yourself in unpleasant situations. Very often the hens we raise do not produce eggs and this can happen for a few days or even a few weeks.
To find a solution to this problem it is necessary, first of all, to understand why.
One of the causes of the lack of egg production can be linked to the age of our animal. If we own one chicken which is too young, ie less than 6 months, it will not yet be mature enough to lay eggs. On the contrary we can have some hens whose age exceeds 4/5 years and, for this reason, too old to produce.
It is possible, in other cases, that the laying hen it is in the moulting period, during which it suspends the production of eggs to devote all its energy to the change of feathers.
Or, the cause may be associated with the seasons: it is known that during the winter months, due to less exposure to light, the number of eggs produced drops dramatically.
The environment in which they are placed is also very important. Laying hensin fact, if placed in structures that are too small or with an excessive number of animals, they are unable to move freely and this causes them great stress. For this reason it is necessary to guarantee one's own hens un hen-house which is adequate and which guarantees them good living conditions.
Nutrition, which must be rich in protein and calcium, or the onset of diseases or physical problems also affect egg production.
It is important to know yours hens and take care of them to make them live well and enjoy the benefits of a "home made" breeding.
Laying hens: perfect animals for the whole family
The choice of adopt poultry animals it is taken, most of the time, for dedication self-production of food products for a more controlled and aware consumption of certain foods. First of all hens, which are particularly easy animals to raise even by inexperienced people and guarantee an annual supply of fresh eggs without the need for special attention or technological equipment.
Le eggs are foods that are also widely used in diets, thanks to their high nutritional value and are indispensable in many recipes that include a dough, which is why once almost everyone had at least 2 or 3 hens in their garden: they were animals that could give, with a small investment of time and money, a substantial supply of food for the family.
Why raise laying hens
The reasons that still push people to dedicate themselves to the chicken farm laying hens there are many: first of all, without a doubt, is linked to the possibility of always having them available fresh and checked eggs, because you know what your hens eat and the exact day the eggs were laid. Another reason that has favored the comeback of home breeding it has to do with ethics: more and more often, in fact, we hear about intensive breeding and the consequences they have on the environment and on animals, who live their short life locked up in cages and exploited like a food production machine. To send a signal of peaceful protest, but also to prove that there is a viable and sustainable alternative, more and more people are converting to home breeding of hens for self-consumption: this means that these animals are raised exclusively to produce eggs for their families, not for sale. Another reason is related to experience linked to this activity: taking care of an animal is a responsibility but also a pleasure, especially when it comes to animals that live outside, because it gives the opportunity to be outside e in contact with naturea, which is a habit that over time especially those who live in the city have lost, with important consequences on health and mood. The hen is the perfect animal even for those who have children: they are extremely docile and do not risk endangering the child, who will love to take care of it and will grow up responsible and with a beautiful childhood memory.
What kind of chicken coop to prefer
Once you have decided what kind of hens e quant to breed, it is time to choose the type of chicken coop. As for the dimensionsin particular, it is good to choose based on the number of hens, which must necessarily have their spaces in order to lay and hatch eggs in peace, so that they can live peacefully. As for the materials, however, the advice certainly falls on HPL multilayer, material robust and resistant of which all the cucciolotta chicken coops, which does not absorb liquids and odors and is quick and easy to clean even for the most inexperienced. It is also, as we said above, an al 100% safe from parasites, even from the infamous red mite, which will allow you to raise your hens in complete tranquility.
