- Feb 16, 2016
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I wouldn't leave them unattended. There are so many critters around (we live in a small town and have a double fenced yard). I have observed one of our neighbors chickens nabbed by a raccoon right in front of us when I was having a yard sale, and a lot of people around. Not only critters on the ground but there are hawks and eagles that are a threat, especially to young foul. Even town, we have a couple cougars that we see on our streets quite often. I know a lot of rural or farm chickens are free ranged all the time, but I think they take more of a chance of losing them more often. Good luck. Ours are spoiled pets as much as egg producers, and I cry each time one dies.Hello all. I have 7 week old chickens that I just started letting free range this weekend. They are doing really well so far but I was wondering if you can leave them unattended while free ranging? My husband and I like to take the UTV out on the trails but not sure if it's ok to leave them out while we're gone? Do people who let their chickens free range run errands and just live life as usual with their chickens loose? Thanks!