Chicken house

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of poultry breeding, in particular to a henhouse which comprises a henhouse body, an overhead plate is arranged in the henhouse body and divides the henhouse body into a breeding area located on the upper layer and an excrement collecting area located on the lower layer, and an entrance for chicken flocks to enter and exit is formed in one end of the henhouse body. The chicken raising device comprises a raising area and an overhead plate, the raising area is provided with an entrance and an exit, the entrance is provided with a bearing slope, the inhabiting frame is arranged in the raising area, and the inhabiting frame comprises a step inclined part connected with the overhead plate and a log inclined part connected with the higher end of the step inclined part. The requirements of climbing, grabbing and the like for exercising leg muscles of chicken flocks in all stages are met, meanwhile, the ladder inclined part and the round wood inclined part are combined to provide a perching space for heavy laying hens in the egg laying period, falling or wing strain caused by abdomen expansion and unstable gravity center of hens is prevented, and health and the egg laying rate are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of poultry farming technology, and in particular to a chicken coop. Background Technology

[0002] Chicken houses are one of the most important infrastructures in large-scale chicken farming. Their core function is to provide a safe, comfortable, and controllable living environment for chickens, while also serving the efficient management needs of farmers. For example, in order to meet the behavioral needs and health protection of chickens, perches are usually set up in chicken houses so that chickens can rest off the ground and avoid contact between their feathers and damp bedding and feces. This can improve the cleanliness of feathers by 70%, reduce the risk of parasite breeding and skin infections, optimize the production performance of chickens, control diseases, and improve breeding efficiency.

[0003] Current perches are constructed by assembling logs and tilting them inside the chicken house to provide standing space for the chickens, keeping them away from the ground and reducing the occurrence of diseases caused by fecal contamination. However, they cannot meet the diverse needs of the chickens. For example, laying hens are prone to mobility issues due to their enlarged abdomens, especially heavy-duty laying hens. Relying solely on perches made of logs, hens need to jump or climb frequently. For laying hens with enlarged abdomens, this instability can easily lead to falls or wing injuries, affecting their health and egg production.

[0004] Therefore, based on the above situation, it is necessary to design a chicken coop to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides a chicken coop to solve the problems in the prior art.

[0006] The technical problem solved by this utility model is achieved by the following technical solution:

[0007] A chicken coop includes a main body with an internal raised platform that divides the coop into an upper breeding area and a lower manure collection area. One end of the main body has an entrance for the chickens to enter and exit, with a ramp at the entrance. The coop also includes a perch, located inside the breeding area. The perch includes a stepped inclined section connected to the raised platform and a round log inclined section connected to the higher end of the stepped inclined section. The end of the round log inclined section away from the stepped inclined section is connected to the raised platform.

[0008] Preferably, multiple sets of egg-laying units are provided between the inner wall of the chicken house and the perching rack. Each egg-laying unit includes multiple egg-laying boxes stacked one on top of the other, and the opening of the egg-laying box is positioned opposite to the inclined part of the steps.

[0009] Preferably, the egg-laying box is provided with a transition frame, and the inclined part of the steps is provided with a support frame corresponding to the position of the egg-laying box.

[0010] Preferably, the overhead panel is equipped with a feeding device for feeding and watering the chickens, and an insecticidal lamp is installed above the feeding device, which is suspended on the inner top surface of the chicken house.

[0011] Preferably, the end of the chicken coop away from the entrance / exit is provided with a manure cleaning port, and a scraper for scraping out manure is slidably connected inside the manure cleaning port, and the scraper is provided with an operating rod.

[0012] Preferably, the inner wall of the chicken coop is provided with multiple sets of ventilation openings, and the ventilation openings are provided with protective nets.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: the inclined part of the log can provide climbing space for chickens, providing the leg muscle exercise needs of chickens at all stages such as climbing and grasping. At the same time, the combination of the inclined part of the steps and the inclined part of the log provides a resting space for heavy laying hens during the laying period, preventing them from falling or spraining their wings due to abdominal swelling and instability. This improves their health and egg production rate. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0015] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure provided by this utility model Figure 1 ;

[0016] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure provided by this utility model Figure 2 ;

[0017] Figure 3 A cross-sectional structural schematic diagram provided for this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the perch structure in this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Chicken house body; 2. Entrance / exit; 3. Supporting ramp; 4. Elevated board; 5. Perching rack; 51. Sloping section of steps; 52. Sloping section of round logs; 6. Egg-laying box; 7. Transition rack; 8. Support frame; 9. Feeding equipment; 10. Insecticidal lamp; 11. Manure cleaning port; 12. Scraper; 13. Operating lever; 14. Ventilation vent; 15. Protective netting. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the following description, in conjunction with specific illustrations, further elaborates on this utility model.

[0022] Reference Figures 1-5 As shown, a chicken coop includes a chicken coop body 1. The chicken coop body 1 has an internal support panel 4, which divides the chicken coop body 1 into an upper breeding area and a lower manure collection area. The breeding area is for the chickens to live and roost in. When the chickens produce manure, the manure falls into the manure collection area through the support panel 4, separating the chickens from the manure and promoting the health of the chickens. An entrance 2 is provided at one end of the chicken coop body 1. For example, in a free-range state where the chickens need a certain range of activity, the chickens can enter and exit through the entrance 2. In order to facilitate the chickens' entry and exit, a ramp 3 can also be provided at the entrance 2.

[0023] Because chickens have a natural instinct to perch on higher ground to rest, perches 5 are installed inside the breeding area to improve their quality of life. Multiple perches 5 can be installed on both sides of the breeding area, with a passageway in the middle for easy movement by the breeders. Each perch 5 includes a stepped inclined section 51 connected to a raised platform 4 and a round log inclined section 52. The higher end of the stepped inclined section 51 connects to the higher end of the round log inclined section 52, forming an inverted V-shape or trapezoidal shape on the raised platform 4. This provides shelter for chicks and those not yet laying eggs. The chickens, by gripping the logs on the inclined section 52, have climbing space. This provides the chickens at different stages with the need to exercise their leg muscles and grow by climbing and gripping. For heavy laying hens, the inclined section 52 of the log is prone to instability. The stepped inclined section 51 makes up for the shortcomings of the inclined section 52 of the log for heavy laying hens. The combination of the stepped inclined section 51 and the inclined section 52 of the log provides a stable resting space for heavy laying hens during the laying period, preventing them from falling or spraining their wings due to abdominal swelling and instability. This improves their health and egg production rate.

[0024] Reference Figure 4As shown, furthermore, multiple egg-laying units are provided between the inner wall of the chicken house body 1 and the perch 5, which not only meet the chickens' perching needs but also their egg-laying needs. In order to facilitate guiding the chickens to lay eggs in the egg-laying boxes 6, the egg-laying unit includes multiple egg-laying boxes 6 stacked one on top of the other. The opening of the egg-laying box 6 is set opposite to the inclined step 51. The inside of the egg-laying box 6 can be lined with bedding material that hens like, such as straw or wheat straw. The distance between the egg-laying box 6 and the inclined step 51 takes into account the chickens' behavior, ease of operation, and space utilization. The optimal distance range is usually set to 30-50 cm. When the laying hens are resting on the inclined step 51, if they need to lay eggs, the chickens can directly step sideways into or fly into the egg-laying box 6 without turning around or going around, which conforms to the chickens' instinct to choose the nearest option.

[0025] In order to facilitate the selection of a suitable laying box 6 by the flock, a transition frame 7 is provided on the laying box 6, and a support frame 8 is provided on the inclined step 51 corresponding to the position of the laying box 6. When the laying hen is on the inclined step 51, the support frame 8 provides stable support for the laying hen. When the laying hen enters the laying box 6, the transition frame 7 and the support frame 8 form a continuous "step-platform-laying box 6" structure for the laying hen, providing clear spatial guidance for the laying hen. The laying hen jumps onto the transition frame 7 first and then enters the laying box 6, reducing the impact force of directly entering the laying box 6. In addition, studies have shown that laying hens have a higher degree of trust in the horizontally extended platform and are more willing to stay and observe the internal environment of the laying box 6, thereby reducing laying stress caused by unfamiliar environment.

[0026] Reference Figure 3 As shown, furthermore, a feeding device 9 for feeding and watering the chickens is provided on the overhead panel 4. The feeding device 9 may include a water trough and a feeding trough, etc. An insecticidal lamp 10 is provided above the feeding device 9. In actual use, the insecticidal lamp 10 can be suspended on the inner top surface of the chicken house body 1 and aligned with the feeding trough. The insecticidal lamp 10 can be an agricultural insecticidal lamp 10. Through experiments with the 9YH-20 black light lamp, it was found that by utilizing the phototaxis of insects, the insects come into contact with the insecticidal lamp 10, the electric grid on the insecticidal lamp 10 contacts the insects and kills them, and the insect corpses fall into the feeding trough and are then eaten by the chickens. One 20W lamp can attract about 20kg of insects from June to September, which is equivalent to providing about 20kg of high-protein supplementary feed for the chickens, reducing the consumption of artificial feed, especially in the summer and autumn seasons when insects are active, which can significantly save feed costs.

[0027] Reference Figure 3As shown, after the chickens defecate, the feces fall into the feces collection area through the overhead board 4. In order to separate the manure cleaning operation from the personnel and feed access paths, and to avoid the feces spilling and contaminating the feed passage or entrance / exit 2 during the manure cleaning process, and to reduce the risk of germs being brought into other areas by shoe soles and equipment, a manure cleaning port 11 is provided at the end of the chicken house body 1 away from the entrance / exit 2. A sealing door can be installed on the manure cleaning port 11 so that the manure cleaning port 11 can be sealed when the manure is not being cleaned. When the manure needs to be cleaned, a scraper 12 for scraping the manure is slidably connected inside the manure cleaning port 11 to facilitate the removal of the manure. The scraper 12 is equipped with an operating rod 13. By pulling the operating rod 13 outward, the operating rod 13 drives the scraper 12 to be pulled out, thereby scraping out the manure in the manure collection area, which can reduce the number of cleaning personnel entering the manure collection area.

[0028] Reference Figure 1 As shown, furthermore, multiple sets of ventilation openings 14 are provided on the inner wall of the chicken house body 1. The ventilation openings 14 provide an air circulation environment for the chicken house body 1, improving the environment inside the chicken house body 1. In order to prevent chickens from flying out of the ventilation openings 14, protective nets 15 are provided on the ventilation openings 14. In addition, glass windows can also be installed on the ventilation openings 14. In cold weather, some ventilation openings 14 can be closed appropriately to prevent the chickens from getting sick.

[0029] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A chicken coop, comprising a chicken coop body (1), wherein the interior of the chicken coop body (1) is provided with a raised platform (4), the raised platform (4) dividing the chicken coop body (1) into an upper breeding area and a lower manure collection area, wherein one end of the chicken coop body (1) is provided with an entrance (2) for the chickens to enter and exit, and a ramp (3) is provided at the entrance (2), characterized in that, Also includes; The perch (5) is located inside the breeding area. The perch (5) includes a stepped inclined part (51) connected to the overhead board (4) and a round log inclined part (52) connected to the higher end of the stepped inclined part (51). The end of the round log inclined part (52) away from the stepped inclined part (51) is connected to the overhead board (4).

2. A henhouse according to claim 1, characterized in that Multiple egg-laying units are provided between the inner wall of the chicken house body (1) and the perch (5). Each egg-laying unit includes multiple egg-laying boxes (6) stacked on top of each other. The opening of the egg-laying box (6) is opposite to the inclined part of the steps (51).

3. A henhouse according to claim 2, characterised in that The egg-laying box (6) is provided with a transition frame (7), and the inclined part of the steps (51) is provided with a support frame (8) corresponding to the position of the egg-laying box (6).

4. A henhouse according to claim 1, characterized in that The overhead panel (4) is provided with a feeding device (9) for feeding and watering the chickens. Above the feeding device (9) is an insect-killing lamp (10), which is suspended on the inner top surface of the chicken house body (1).

5. A henhouse according to claim 1, characterized in that The chicken house body (1) is provided with a manure cleaning port (11) at one end away from the entrance (2). A scraper (12) for scraping out manure is slidably connected in the manure cleaning port (11). An operating rod (13) is provided on the scraper (12).

6. A henhouse according to claim 1, characterized in that Multiple sets of ventilation openings (14) are arranged opposite each other on the inner wall of the chicken house body (1), and a protective net (15) is provided on the ventilation openings (14).

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