We have 5 cats, two of which still try it on with hunting. When we first got our hens, the cats crept up on them and one pounced! There was a great commotion and flapping of feathers...the cat who'd pounced ran off at speed and has kept well away ever since! if it's a hungry, feral cat though...
So sorry to hear that your chick died - especially after all your hard work.
I know it's too late for your little one but for others, Rescue Remedy (Bach Flower Remedies) is wonderful for all animals & people, in the case of shock, nerves or fright. It comes in a little bottle with a dripper and...