How to keep snakes out of chicken coop

Discover Pinterest’s best ideas and inspiration for How to keep snakes out of chicken coop. Get inspired and try out new things.
247 people searched this
·
Last updated 4w
Why Raise Chickens? Of all the animals that people can raise as pets, chickens are unique in the sense that they produce something edible compared to other pets like dogs, horses, cats and fish. In fact, raising chickens for pets pay off in the long run as...

Easy ways to keep snakes out of the chicken coop! predator proof your chickens coop against snakes, from traps to deterrents and more. Here's how to prevent snakes from getting into your chicken coop and eating all the eggs!

2.8k
There are many benefits to having snakes around your property. But what do you do when they start eating eggs from the coop? Here's how to keep snakes out of chicken coops.

One of the most important things we as chicken owners can do is provide shelter and a safe place for our chickens to live in. But in many parts of the country, snakes are an issue. If you're running into a problem with snakes on your homestead and stealing eggs or eating chicks, then you'll want to check out these tips. Here's how to keep snakes out of the chicken coop. Snakeproof your chicken area.

3.4k
Want chickens? There are lots of benefits of having chickens in the backyard - here are the Top 10 Things to Love about having Chickens!

Raising backyard chickens gives you eggs! Chickens help to keep bugs away and hens eat kitchen scraps. Chickens like to keep busy so keep your chooks working.

80
May 4, 2025 - Learn how to keep snakes away with these effective methods and strategies. Discover natural repellents, physical barriers, and habitat modifications to create a snake-free environment.

Learn how to keep snakes away with these effective methods and strategies. Discover natural repellents, physical barriers, and habitat modifications to create a snake-free environment. #snakes #snakeremoval #pestcontrol #gardenideas #gardening #southerngardening

30
Learn effective methods to protect your chickens from snakes and ensure their safety. Discover practical tips for snake-proofing your chicken coop and keeping your flock secure.

Read on for how to keep snakes out of the coop, why golf balls aren't a good trap, and how to work with nature to reap the potential benefits of snakes.

1.4k
There is a species of snakes, rat snakes that hang around chicken coops and this is why they are called chicken snakes. These snakes feed of rats and mice, but when there is a food

The first thing is identifying areas that rat snakes may gain access to your coop. Block those openings to ensure snakes stay out of the coop and nesting boxes. If you have regular chicken wire around, replace that with a smaller one to minimize the size of the holes that snakes would otherwise fit. Read more.. . . . #ChookCity #Chicken #RaiseChickens #BackyardChickens #UrbanGarden #UrbanHomestead #Homestead #ChickenLove #Chickenlife #FarmLife #Chickens #ChickenSnakes #SafeChickenCoop

72
Raccoon in a cage, caught by chicken coop

Raising chickens in your backyard tends to attract various predators. Here is how I protect our flock of chickens from predators like raccoons, opossum, bears and snakes. Making sure your coop is predator proof and watching for signs of predators can help. How to keep your chickens safe from predators.

74
I have been using this method for quite a few years now and it has worked perfectly for me. This setup is a deterrent rather than something that completely...

I have been using this method for quite a few years now and it has worked perfectly for me. This setup is a deterrent rather than something that completely closes off the top, but it's a lot easier to set up and has proven to be quite effective...

4
Discover effective methods to prevent snakes from entering your garage. Learn why snakes are attracted to garages and how to create a snake-free environment. Protect your home and family from unwanted reptilian guests.

Do you have unwanted, scaly visitors in your garage? Although most snakes are harmless, the thought of tripping over a snake on the way to the car is enough to drive most homeowners to burn the place down. Snakes enter garages seeking shelter, a food source, or both. Rodents in the garage or items stacked ...

60

Related interests

How to keep snakes out of chicken coop and more

Explore related boards