Does a cattle shed (refet), chicken coop (lul), or the middle of a courtyard require bedikat chametz?
Synopsis
These areas are exempt for possible chametz since animals or birds would eat it. For definite chametz the Mechaber requires checking, while the Rema cites a contrary view permitting reliance on birds.
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