My ladies love mice. It's funny watching them chase a mouse that try to escape from under their feeder. I never knew hens could be so agile and run so fast. The girls also ate snakes. Heck, I just hope I never faint in the coop...
I found this helpful when I lost some hens:
https://backyardpoultry.iamcountryside.com/coops/what-killed-my-chicken-homestead-supplier/
Scroll down to the chart that says, What Killed My Chickens
So sorry, hon. I feel sure that most of us have been there, done that, and got the tee shirt.
Hi Joy! This is a great group with a lot of combined knowledge! My reason for raising chickens is for my grandchildren! There is so much to these lovely poultry buddies that most people have no knowledge or or appreciate! Good for you!