I am thinking of putting up a squirrel feeder, but I had the thought that it might attract other critters, in particular raccoons or possums, or other animals that might notice my chickens. I've had chickens for almost 3 years and have never had a problem with predators beside hawks, and I don't want to start attracting them now! I suppose it depends on what is in the squirrel feeder - nuts and seeds are what I am planning.