Posts by centrarchid

Quote: Originally Posted by Amastacia  Thank you for trying to re-rail the conversation and for the advice.   we are considering trying a shock collar, especially has she has recently decided that...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  So is this something to worry about or is it "normal" chicken behavior? It is normal for many breeds where mother or rooster does not promote younger birds roosting...

Quote: Originally Posted by Dylon  I just realized the the OP asked for advice on how to teach the dog to leave the hens alone. Try a remote controlled shock collar. Right when the dog gets to the hens, give the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sparrow  The trouble with this idea is the fact that there are a lot of people who either are not experienced enough to stay on top of the dog's training at all times to prevent an attack,...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  So I'm guessing the proper wording would be chicks until they are laying or gone threw their first molt. Sorry about that. They use the roost during the day, but not clear if...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  Any one know why  hens will go in the coop at night and all of them gather in one corner of the coop? They have a roost, it is 18 inches high and about 8 ft long The...

Advice above all good.  Additionally I would confine juveniles to coop for a few days and release them late in evening so they will want to go to roost shortly after coming out when memory still fresh.  Problem, if works is...

I have a pretty good number of roosters and what you describe does not match my experience.  Are you certain rooster did the killing?  Direct observation needed.  Show a picture of dead bird.  How old is rooster...

I have had many chicken friendly dogs during my life.  Most killed at least a bird or two before training put a stop to it. None of the dogs were what you would consider exceptional with respect to poultry or other livestock and...

Quote: Originally Posted by chickensioux  We have baited traps and he ignores them.  Even with BACON!!!  I don't want him coming around at all.  We will just have to be diligent and watch and...