Chicken Plans

When work quietens down for the winter I am planning to build our coop and run for about 6 Cochins.

Would you think that it would be better to wait until the spring to introduce the flock to their new home? Or should we just get them as soon as we are set up?

I am also keen to keep everything organic so any advice on natural foods, cleaning agents, mite control etc would be very useful. Thank you.

With all that said: We live just south of Bath so will be looking for a decent Cochin supplier in the area. Anyone got any recommendations?

Thank you all you wise ones..hc

Thanks for this reply. There will be loads of space. Welfare is right at the top of my list.