Jacob welcomes viewers back to his channel and shows them the Kiko barn he and a friend built using mostly free materials. The barn has a feed trough made from composite decking, a hay feeder, and mineral blocks. He mentions some design changes he would make, such as making it wider and taller. He emphasizes the importance of providing shelter for animals, even if they don’t always use it, and encourages viewers to plan their own structures with weather protection in mind. He also advises viewers to subscribe, like, and comment for more content.
Welcome back to the channel, y’all! Today, I’m excited to show you our Kiko goat hut that my friend and I built together. This hut, made entirely of two by sixes, was crafted using materials we had on hand, thanks to the generosity of the previous property owner who left behind a stockpile of lumber. While the hut is compact, measuring about five by fourteen feet, it has proven to be a cozy shelter for our four nannies and buck.
Inside the hut, we have a small hay feeder to give our goats a place to snack when seeking refuge from the weather. Despite our best efforts to entice them with fresh bedding and feed, our goats prefer to spend their time outside, only occasionally seeking shelter in the hut. Nonetheless, it’s essential to provide them with the option to stay dry and warm when needed.
One feature of the hut that I’m particularly proud of is the composite decking feed trough that runs the length of the structure. This trough allows all the goats to eat comfortably without the need for individual buckets, making feeding time a breeze. If I were to make any improvements, I might consider widening the trough slightly to accommodate larger goats more effectively.
Another modification we made to the hut was adding a wall to protect against wind-driven rain. In hindsight, I would have made the hut a bit wider to prevent water from entering the interior during storms. Secured with multiple anchor points, the hut has withstood strong winds without issue, providing a secure shelter for our small herd.
While our goats may not utilize the hut as much as we anticipated, having a structure in place gives them the option to seek shelter when necessary. As we expand our herd in the future, we may need to reevaluate our shelter options to accommodate more goats comfortably. In the meantime, we’re grateful for the simple yet effective design of our goat hut.
In conclusion, if you’re considering building a goat hut of your own, take note of the importance of depth, height, and pitch in the design process. Additionally, a well-crafted feed trough can simplify feeding routines and ensure all goats have access to food. Remember to provide your animals with the option of shelter, even if they choose to spend most of their time outdoors.
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