has anyone used this type of wire?

[taratrip]

has anyone used the Apron Fencing on mypetchicken.com? it says there is no need to bury the apron. could this possibly work? i live in a pretty built up area and really only have coons and possums. it would just so much easier on me (husband is not very supportive of the whole chicken idea so i am pretty much on my own!)

 

[Dilly]

Can you post a picture of it or link? Thanks

 

[chicks for better health]

I just did the same thing with welded wire. Seems like it is going to work well.

 

[taratrip]

how do i post the pic?

 

[Buff Hooligans]

These are the instructions to post a picture on BYC:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=504

 

[Dilly]

I fount it. It looks just like chicken wire. I would guess it is heavier????

 

[Guitartists]

 

[antiquebuff]

I checked into that at one time but it was very expensive for the amount I needed so I just go with hardware cloth and make an apron with that, but I do bury it.
I think this would work great and it would be a lot easier esp. if cost is not an object! Keep us posted if you do choose it please. We do anything to keep those babies safe !

 

[taratrip]

thanks guys for the input. not sure what i'm gonna do yet because cost and labor are factors! i'm sure once i get rolling hubby will feel bad and help.

hopefully!!
our ground is pretty soft and sandy so i'm thinking i could probably dig it by myself and save some money. i will definetly let you all know!
i have another question...can chickens be left alone for like a night or two if we go away and dont have anyone to look in on them? could i leave like lots of extra food and water?

 

[Guitartists]

Our coop is not here ... it's about 5 miles away at FILs house. I go out every couple of days, check on them and refill water and food dishes. The first few days I checked every day to get a feel for how much food and water they were using.