If I have a coop that is very secure, where I confine the chickens at night, can I have a run that is slightly less secure, as long a it's covered from aerial predators, during the daylight hours?
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x 2I would secure against dogs, raccoons, and coyotes at the outset. I consider them a bigger threat here in the foothills of the mountains than the hawks. One attack can destroy the entire flock. One hawk attack will get one chicken at most.
If the chickens are confined to the run in the daytime, securing it against dogs, raccoons, and coyotes would be appropriate. These predators will be out in daylight, too. They can tear apart weak fencing or dig under otherwise.
Chris