It finally happened the neighbors dog got out

I am so sorry to hear this. I have had a similar thing happen - though none of my own were injured or killed. I was told by animal control that they only way to recover losses like that is to take them to small claims if they didn't offer. I threatened my neighbour's dog bodily harm if he was to set foot on my property again. That is the only thing that worked to keep him out.

I live in a very rural area, and chickens are a breeze to find. Especially this time of year. Why don't you check craigslist, Kijiji or something like that? $300 is extremely steep for 7 pullets.

Again, I am so sorry

 

Personally I would report the incident to animal control. Get it on record.

 

All they can do is fine them for being off of the owner's property. They told me the best bet is to catch the dog each time and take it to the SPCA where the owners will have to pay a fee to get the dog back. However, this doesn't help me recover the costs of my dead chickens.

If the dog attacked you that is another story..

 

I am sorry to hear about your chicken's. I thought that if a neighbor's dog was running, attacking your "livestock" you were within your rights to shoot it. I don't know if chickens are in that category but it may only pertain to sheep, goat, cows etc. Where I live it is a $300 fine for your dog running at large. I definately would report it to have it on record. Seven chickens is heartbreaking.

 

Sadly it is not an option here. I have asked around. If that dog got a hold of one of my geese (my babies) I would do some serious damage.

Someone said in another thread they S.S.S (Shoot. Shovel. Shut up.)

 

Here you could sign a ticket for property damage. I'd make as big a deal as need be to get the authorities to cite them and demand restitution. Because the dog will get out again and it will come looking for yummy screaming chicken treats again.police often feel like they are above dealing with problem dogs. push your rites to restitution. killing is a self rewarding Behavior even good dog trainers struggle to correct it once started.

 

You are doing everything correctly. Now allow time for neighbor to make good. Pushing too hard will not be productive. If neighbor does not own up to responsibility than further legal action may be warranted. Based on some experience, try not to over react and keep cool head. By this time the shoot, shovel and shutup option no longer likely to be available to you with this dog owner. Adequate warning and pursuing for damages most logical plan and shooting if possible if dog does return visit.