How do you get rid or Opssums & Racoons ???

[josh44]

Have been having predator problems,

with coons & opssums.

They keep getting my Chicks, Bantams & have started on my LF chickens.

Need Help ASAP !!!

 

[Katy]

A 22 does the trick.

 

[chicken crazed 1o1]

are your birds freerange or in a coop ?

 

[BarefootMom]

Have you tried hooking up a radio near your coop? Sometimes if predators here people talking they won't come near.

also they have the red flashing light things that work really well http://www.farmtek.com/farm/supplies/prod1;ft1_pest_rodent_control;pg106126.html

Also what kind of wire are you using? Most animals can get through chicken wire, if not already use the harware cloth. Remeber a coon can get through any opening as long as he can get his head through.

 

[dirtsaver]

Shotgun,rifle or pistol. Those are the only sure-fire cures. Trapping and relocation only puts the problem in some one elses backyard!

Larry

 

[mtngrl812]

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a trap and a .22, or irrigation ditch. Get a small live animal trap, put raw eggs in it and you'll come out in the morning to vermin trapped! Then dispose of as you see fit.

 

[chickened]

Live traps are pretty simple then do what you feel is appropriate.

 

[BlackBart]

I live trap them and relocate them miles away from civilization. I have a good spot in the woods, up a old logging road near a small lake. They should do well there if the cougars don't get them.

 

[theFox]

A multiple layer defense is called for, this means:

A secure coop and run.

Continuous trapping and dispatch.

Keeping the surrounding area clear of cover and food supplies.

 

[yotetrapper]

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Be sure to check laws. In most US states this is illegal.