Yah I am thinking about putting a few shrubs in the middle of the yard so they would never be more than a few feet away from cover. I can not get a rooster because I dont think that my neighbors would appreciate that very much.
There coop is right next to a trampoline and is under some trees so they would have some place to run for cover. I am also thinking about building a picnic table so that they could hide under. Do you guys think that would be enough cover. As far as the dog goes I am going to try to train her...
So when my four barred rock pullets grow up I would love to let them free range in my fenced in 1/3 acre backyard. Unfortunately we live in front of a big marshy pond which is home to several different hawks. I would love to know if there are any ways I could protect my chickens besides putting...