Predators Love Tasty Chickens

A ruckus from the chicken run startled us As our hens and rooster rushed around in a wild frenzy they voiced a racket of distress calls

 

Running out we discovered a red fox with our Rhode Island Red in his mouth  The fox was heading for a small hole in the run’s fence Fortunately, he made a mistake

 

The gap in the fence was just big enough for the slim fox to enter but too small for the hen to fit through With us approaching, the fox dropped the terrified and wildly flapping and squawking hen, squirted through the hole and

Predator Control 101: Protecting Your Backyard Flock

Predator Control Tips for Protecting Backyard Flocks

Few things are as heartbreaking as going out to your coop in the morning and discovering that a predator paid your chickens a midnight visit Whether it’s raccoons, foxes, hawks, or the neighbor’s dog, backyard flocks are a tempting target The good news? You can stay one step ahead with smart predator control strategies

Let’s explore the most effective ways to keep your feathered friends safe

  1. Fortify the Coop and Run

The first line of defense is a coop that predators can’t breach Think of it as chicken Fort Knox

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