Jasper County Democrat, Volume 14, Number 97, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 16 March 1912 — PERCH SPACE FOR CHICKENS [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

PERCH SPACE FOR CHICKENS

Small Hens Generally Require About Six Inches While Larger Birds Should Be Allowed Eight.

As a general rule, small hens should have about six inches of perch space while the larger hens should be allowed eigfit Inches. In the winter they huddle closer together, but in the summer there should be plenty of room to allow them to spread out* Perches should be 12 Inches apart and not closer ( than 15 inches to the wall or ceiling. Show birds, especially

Leghorns or similar types should be kept at a greater distance from walls and ceilings. Many good birds are spoiled by “brooming” their tails against the walls. There are several methods of making movable perches. One of the most common is by hinging them to the wall at the back.

Hinged Perches and Dropping Board.