Re: Electric fence for chickens?


"Ken Muenzler and/or Joan Muenzler" <muenzler@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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We have successfully used electric fences placed on 2x4 boards placed on
the ground surrounding chicken pens to keep out coons, possums, coyotes,
dogs and snakes in central Texas. The wires run on insulators about 1"
above the 2x4. The fowl became accustomed to the wires and avoided them
although, if excited, occasionally flew or jumped across. You will need
to check regularly as any twigs or debris blowing onto the barrier will
short it out. However, its "reputation" will render it somewhat effective
even if temporarily "dead."


It's the only thing I've found that finally did keep the 'possums and 'coons
from my chickens. For hawks, I put up a framework with hails about 18"
apart and laced white clothesline above the chickens. The hawks are afraid
to fly through it. Predation is a big problem in North Carolina.

Garrett Fulton


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