Denise Temple (dat2352) Introduction

[dat2352]

Have had a variety of poultry through the years but currently do not have any. We have had ducks (several breeds- cayuga, khaki campbell, runners, swedish), a couple of geese, a few quail but mostly chickens - polish, rhode island red, domonique, cochin and a few others. Am now getting 6 new day old chicks - variety - Silver & Gold Laced Polish, Americana, Rhode Island Red, Spangled Russian Orloff and cochin. We are building a new chicken coop ( dog proof) We have a dog who is quite capable of killing - any suggestions? Also considering a few duck but not quit certain how we would incorporate them. We are retired and enjoy our pets.

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. You might want to consider 'hot wire' around your pen and coop to deter the dog and other predators. Good luck in establishing and protecting your flock.

 

[Kiki]

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[N F C]

x2 on Sourland's suggestion for hot wire.

Best of luck to you!

 

[Joeschooks]

Hello and Good to have you here

 

[drumstick diva]

Dogs,cats,predators that want to attack your birds generally find the perfect time to do so. I like to err on the side of caution and would not have the chickens free range but, have a large, Fort Knox of coop and run, that nothing else can breech. Please check out the predator forum for more specific advice.

 

[NonnasBabies]

I know you'll enjoy it here!!