Recent fox sightings near the chicken area led to calling out the danger warning in chickens. If you have chickens you no doubt have heard the difference in the danger warning in chickens compared to the usual chattering and clucking that goes on throughout the day. Chickens might not make loud noises all day, but there is usually a good amount of communication going on in the chicken run or yard. Whynnie, our coop spokeschicken called us to a meeting recently. She was worried about the current … [Read more...]
Chicken Coop Security Barriers
Small Animal and Chicken Coop Security Barriers A couple of months ago, we had a devastating attack from a very persistent fox. It had been by once before and killed a hen. We saw no trace of her except for some feathers. We tightened up the fencing and found the hole in the fence the fox created and repaired it. Our vigilance increased because we know that once they find an easy source of food, they often return when their stomach starts to growl again. In addition, we … [Read more...]
