To clean chickens in The Sims 4, interact with the chicken coop and select the “Clean Coop” option to maintain their hygiene and happiness.
Keeping chickens clean in The Sims 4 Cottage Living expansion is crucial for their happiness and egg production. Unlike other animals, chickens require special methods to maintain hygiene. This guide covers all cleaning techniques, troubleshooting tips, and bonus chicken care advice.
Why Clean Your Sims 4 Chickens?
Dirty chickens display green stink clouds and stop laying eggs. Neglected chickens may attack your Sim or leave the coop entirely. Clean chickens produce higher quality eggs, including rare golden eggs.
Signs Your Chickens Need Cleaning
- Visible green stink clouds
- Mud-covered feathers
- Decreased egg production
- Aggressive behavior
3 Methods to Clean Chickens in Sims 4
1. Clean the Chicken Coop
The primary cleaning method involves maintaining the coop:
- Click on the chicken coop
- Select “Clean Coop”
- Your Sim will remove all waste
A clean coop prevents chickens from getting dirty. Check our guide on introducing chickens to a new coop for proper setup tips.
2. Use Rain or Sprinklers
For already dirty chickens:
- Wait for rainy weather (or use the weather machine)
- Click coop and select “Call Chickens Out”
- Let them stay in rain briefly
- Return them to coop when clean
No rain? Place a sprinkler near the coop (350 Simoleons) and activate it. This mimics the rain effect.
3. Build Friendship for Self-Cleaning
Well-cared-for chickens groom themselves. Improve relationships by:
- Regular feeding
- Positive interactions (petting, talking)
- Meeting all their needs
Troubleshooting Chicken Cleaning Issues
Chickens Won’t Leave Coop
This common bug has solutions:
- Restart your game
- Move the coop to a new location
- Use testingcheats true and shift-click to reset object
No Cleaning Option Appears
Ensure you:
- Have the Cottage Living expansion installed
- Click directly on the coop, not the chickens
- Have an adult Sim perform the action
Advanced Chicken Care Tips
Preventing Dirty Chickens
- Clean coop daily
- Keep fewer chickens per coop (3-4 max)
- Place coop on concrete or decking
Boosting Egg Quality
Clean chickens produce better eggs. For premium eggs:
- Feed special treats
- Maintain high friendship
- Keep all needs met
Learn more about training chickens to improve your farming efficiency.
Chicken Behavior and Consequences
| Condition | Behavior | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Dirty | Green clouds, mud | No eggs, may leave |
| Very Dirty | Aggressive stance | Can attack Sims |
| Clean & Happy | Bright feathers | Golden eggs possible |
External Resources
For more Sims 4 animal care, see Gamerant’s chicken guide and Alphr’s cleaning methods.
Chicken Lifespan Facts
Chickens live about 20 Sim days. Extend their life with Healthy Treats. Unlike real chickens, Sims chickens won’t die from poor hygiene alone.
Final Pro Tips
- Place multiple coops to prevent overcrowding
- Use fences to contain free-range chickens
- Check chicken status daily by hovering over them