Hello, Sarah, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Sorry for your loss.
I keep my flock contained within a 1/3 acre pen enclosed with poultry netting powered with a 10,000 volt charger. I've never lost a bird that was inside the pen. Electric fencing is one of the best ground predator deterrents.
Hello Sarah and welcome to BYC, You found an Amazing Poultry Community to be a part of with many great knowledgeable members who are more then willing to jump in and help you along your journey with any questions you may have.
Hi, Sarah, and welcome to BYC! So excited that you're here!
Make yourself at home in this poultry-loving community!
I'm so, so sorry for your loss. May they rest in peace.