My dogs raiding Guinea nest - What to do?

[racuda]

I started missing a few guinea eggs from the nest every day. Today ALL of the eggs were gone, including a ceramic egg, and a shell that I filled with mustard and Tobasco sauce.

I checked my game cam and discovered it was my own two dogs! I'm selling the eggs on eBay, so these mutts are costing me money. Any ideas?

 

[fishman65]

shock collars

 

[backyardmenagerie]

Is it possible to build a smaller door to the coop/nest area that would allow the guineas to come and go, but keep the dogs out? Also, how high up are your nests?
Can you describe or post pictures of your set-up?

ETA: I would consider other solutions before using a shock collar. They should only be a last resort.

 

[racuda]

The nest in question is under a small brush pile. Here is a game cam pic. The nest is on the ground under the hawk:

I believe I have come up with a solution. Today I purchased a solar powered electric fence. I ran a wire about 8 inches from the ground. I have an AC powered fence on part of my property and the Guineas go under it with impunity so they shouldn't be bothered by it. Later on I can use the solar fence to create temporary fencing for the goats, and to keep deer out of my garden. At least that's how I justified it.

 

[bobbi-j]

Glad you came up with a good solution!