English Shepherd as Poultry Guardian

[aart]

The mess does not build on what the dogs are used for. It simply records the mess they have no control over.

..or could it be that now the law enforcement is involved,
best not make details of the situation public?

 

[JacinLarkwell]

The mess does not build on what the dogs are used for. It simply records the mess they have no control over.

If you keep reporting here, it at least (should) counts as a type of record, especially since things are somewhat timestamped. Shows you didn't suddenly type everything after you killed a dog

 

[centrarchid]

Law-enforcement just showed up. I told them about record on this site. They also asked for information on firearm are used and if it was registered. I said no because of age of weapon. It was just a 22 caliber Long rifle.

 

[centrarchid]

Dog owners are also trying to reach me now by texting asking if I shot their dog, and why.?

 

[HaikuHeritageFarm]

Dog owners are also trying to reach me now by texting asking if I shot their dog, and why.?

They're possibly being advised to establish a written record of you copping to the deed, as well.

 

[centrarchid]

Officers instructed me to mark property boundary with no trespassing signs which will be up today. We used to have a sign or two to entrance of our farm indicating relationship to farm bureau. I do not know if that provides benefits today.

 

[aart]

Story continued here:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/dog-human-conflict.1502113/

 

[centrarchid]

We are getting real with acquisition of goats. Fencing is almost complete. Dogs (mine) are learning it and fast ways to get around when more direct paths are blocked. Soon I will be training Pup Pup and likely Flo how to jump it at main gate. They need to use a location setup so they do not get hung by their legs. Another gate will be installed for Pup Pup to open and close when we move goats / sheep. Pup Pup and Flo will be learning a lot shortly. Flo is not showing good herding interest, but she is awesome going after bad guys and leaves chickens alone even when bored. Flo may do some coon hunting for here release time.

 

[aart]

Another gate will be installed for Pup Pup to open and close

I can't wait to see this!
I assume you will take video?

 

[centrarchid]

I will take a video. My preference she simply clears gate rather than perching on top like she sometimes does. A heavy saddle blanket will be affixed to preferred crossing point.


Gate crossing currently is a problem. She likes to chase alpacas which is a no-no. A standard-sized jenny is in place to shut that down I hope when around alpacas. Pup Pup and Lucy currently have run of two farms. Girlfriend has one too. We must work on combining resources although she will keep her farm as a backup location. She will also be bringing a Great Pyrenees x Anatolian that is not used to any kinds of animals, including chickens. If dog does not work out quickly, then we are in agreement he can be rehomed or stay in current location.