murder most fowl

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Quote:Don't think we'll bother to get any more. We'll let Harry and Eggs live out the rest of their days, then pack up the hen house I suppose.

Why? Chickens are a great prep. An assured source of protein for minimal fuss and bother. You already have the skill and experience to keep them. Why not replace them?

I can understand the immediate reaction to the attack but my recommendation would be to learn from the situation, look at what you could do to protect them better, and move on. Electric netting works really well, but is fairly pricey. Depends on how much space you give them, but a chicken tractor is one possibility. A combined mobile run and coop that you move every couple of days. That way they're contained and protected, but still have fresh ground to peck at. Google "chicken tractors". You'll find loads of ideas.