Should I test the coop/run with bait for fox?

[kellysmall87]

England?! Isn't it time to have a fox hunt then? I'll go with, I'm good over fences and such! I can't remember how many times I've forgotton to close the pop door, so i bought an automatic, solar powered one that opens at dawn and closes at dusk...no more worries there. (I sound like an ad, but it is great) my chickens free range and it's nice to feed them then not have to go out again to close them up, or wonder in the dark if i forgot again. The door I got was so easy to install I would say it was fun (and I hate technical stuff) I got the pulletshut door and I think you should check into it...very reliable. Of course make sure the pen is secure, it may mean better wire but I know your chickens would be happier in their own place! And even if you could get that one fox, another would follow (I don't trust cats too much either, especially around chicks) and I've lost a few to feral cats-real monsters. Meanwhile good luck with your fortifications and may your chickens lay many eggs.

Ah fox hunting is now banned, boo. Although I don't like being cruel to Foxes, I don't like them having my chickens either!
I'll look into the auto door shutter. Sounds like a plan!
They really do need their own coop, they get fed up of me picking each one up to put it in the garage for the night. And I get fed up of it too!
Thank you