Yes they are free range during the day and my dogs keep most predators away. However we are missing a hen for a couple weeks now and I do think she was taken by something. We moved them to their new coop and we couldn't find her anywhere. They can get under our shed so I think that's where...
I have never been more relieved as I am now. I just went out and she was eating with the flock.
I have trimmed hers once but I'm scared to crack her beak. I will do more trimming soon when my friend can come give me a hand again.
This morning I am missing my crossbeak hen. She is so special to us and I can't stop crying. I really hope she shows up. She was in the coop last night and the auto door let's them out.