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Lost Some of the Chickens as well...

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I was just beginning to feel better after LJ :sad1: Now I've lost 8 of my chickens including Henry and Venus. While most were my breeding chickens they were still my chickens, it hurts every time a single one dies. It won't be the same without Henry's spunky personality (and feathers).
I am just so exhausted :sad11:
 

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:sorrow::sorrow::sorrow::sorrow:
:sorrow::sorrow::sorrow::sorrow:

Very sorry to hear this. Eight is a lot to lose at once. :(
 

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Oh my gosh I’m so sorry - losses one at a time are painful enough but multiple losses so close together is just too much for anyone.

Do you know what the cause was for your chooks?
 

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Most likely a fox. Now I terrified for the rest of my chickens and the baby goats I am currently in charge of.
I’m going to send you a pm. Just got a few things I have to do then I’ll write and send it
 

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Oh no! I’m sure you are tired, and I’m so sorry to hear it! I hope the rest will be ok. :sorrow:
 

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I'm so sorry. Hugs to you..
So traumatic....awful...
 

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I am sorry for your losses.
 

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Very sorry to hear of your losses.
Chickens are loved members of the family too, it’s hard.

the reason I’ve recently sold off all of my poultry is the foxes.
They’re cunning and wasteful. It’s a real shame how little is done about them in Aus. The average person can’t cull them themselves.
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Oh no, that’s so sad, I’m so very sorry.
:sadhug2:
 

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Very sorry to hear of your losses.
Chickens are loved members of the family too, it’s hard.

the reason I’ve recently sold off all of my poultry is the foxes.
They’re cunning and wasteful. It’s a real shame how little is done about them in Aus. The average person can’t cull them themselves.
Lots of love to you
Not sure where you live but in my area they are always being culled, a small fee is also on offer for each dead fox for those who apply for the fee and follow the rules on handing in evidence of death. Most don't bother with the $10 (I think it is still this much) payment per head- they just hang the dead foxes on farm fences, just to have less of them in the area is reward enough.
 

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Thanks for the kind words everyone.
It's only been the last year or two where I've had any issue with foxes, we've put some plans in place to hopefully keep everyone safe.
 

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I´m very sorry for your losses :(
 

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So sorry for all your recent losses.
So sad :sadhug2:
 

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Sun is up- I am hoping with all my heart you’ve had a good night at your place and everyone is ok.
 

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Late to this post.

I am so sorry you had an attack on your lovely chooks. That is a lot of trauma at once. I am sending you the most supportive virtual hug I can.

I have witnessed the aftermath an attack. It is very traumatic and a lot to process. Please continue to let us know if you need any emotional support. :sadhug:
 

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Late to this post.

I am so sorry you had an attack on your lovely chooks. That is a lot of trauma at once. I am sending you the most supportive virtual hug I can.

I have witnessed the aftermath an attack. It is very traumatic and a lot to process. Please continue to let us know if you need any emotional support. :sadhug:
Thank you, it means a lot.
It kinda helps me to just focus on the rest of my animals, so having Sunny around is helpful. I've started spending more of my spare time working on my aviaries too, just keeping myself busy.
I did contact someone a couple days ago about some chickens but they haven't replied yet. I am in no rush though, you can't just replace them.
 
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