Coyote in the neighborhood

[Bestchickens]

Recently a coyote has killed one of my hens. My chickens were all in a flock and they all scattered. It was a big mess. I need to get rid of it. I tried to call it in with my varmint call but that didn't work. I don't want to buy a trap they are really expensive. Help!! I need to get rid of it!

 

[sourland]

Put one of your hens out in a wire cage same place same time he killed the other and wait gun ready. Like us predators seem to be creatures of habit.

 

[chickengeorgeto]

A good #2 coil spring trap from the Duke Trap company likely can still be bought for $10 - $20. One good coyote hide is worth more than that.

 

[Bestchickens]

But our neighbors have cats!

 

[sourland]

But our neighbors have cats!

Not for long if there are coyotes in the neighborhood.

 

[TheReadyBoys]

Get the guns out! Or maybe call a someone experienced with this stuff. Maybe that's better than the guns...

 

[Bestchickens]

I've been sutton in the bushes with my 12 gauge for like 2 hours and trying to call him in! I haven't seen anything!

 

[ncrugger]

Coyotes may be annoying but they certainly are not stupid. They have a terrific sense of smell and sight, so if you're in the bushes, better sit very still, wear clothes that have been washed with scent-free soap or have been aired out well. If they even slightly sense a threat they will alter their habit to ultimately get what they are after. Trap is best, as mentioned above. There are too many cats, anyway

 

[destinduck]

I like sourlands idea as well. Sooner or later youll get him.Hope its sooner! Patience and persistence best chickens. Just like the yote. Good hunting.