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RE: Free Range Chickens: Some Ups and Downs.
Very good story, I faced similar issues with mine free ranging. The six foot privacy fence kept the dogs away but feral cats have killed 3 chickens and destroyed parts of my garden. Now sadly mine are cooped but I did build them a run that is covered on all sides including top so they can stay safe.
Why did we not read about these dangers at the beginning? Or why did we ignore them?
The idea of free range is so enticing.
And the eggs are so good.
It is fun to share your yard with a few chickens.
All impractical in the end but, except for the two who were senselessly killed by hunting dogs, at least some one got to eat.
Sustainability: Part of the natural cycle.