rachel19 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I had a phonecall from my mum just now to say a fox had got into their run and killed all 4 of them We've had that run (not omlet) for a couple of years and they've never been able to get in before - i guess they finally figured it out. They were lovely chickens and I have really enjoyed having them in my life..........i doubt I will get anymore until I have my own house but no doubt I will continue to lurk around the forum when I get a chance. RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Oh I'm so sorry Rachel it sounds like they had a lovely life. Do keep lurking Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 OOH I am so sorry, I lost 5 of my girls within a couple of weeks over the Christmas holidays, it is a horrible time. I have a battery operated fox watch now & it seems to work may be worth trying next time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyren Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sorry to hear that, Rachel - a colleague of mine lost all his to a fox recently. I guess the cold weather is making them more determined... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 I'm really sorry to hear that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So sorry to hear that You must stay around here though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sorry to hear your sad news Rachel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So sorry to hear about your girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 That is so sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 That is sad Rachel, but please don't be a stranger - come & chat often Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara123 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Really sorry to hear such awful news. You must be devastated BIG (((((((HUGS))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sorry to hear about your girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol U Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So sorry to hear your awful news Rachel. It's something we all dread happening. Still, your girls were obviously loved and enjoyed a happy life. I do hope you'll stay around on the forum and hopefully get some more chickens one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pommedays Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Really sorry to hear about your girls Rachel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 How sad . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feemcg Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Oh no, what a shame . I hope you'll secure you're run and get some more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Sorry to hear your news, that is such a shame Stick around, we may even tempt you to get some more hens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachel19 Posted January 31, 2008 Author Share Posted January 31, 2008 Thanks guys - I moved out of home 5 months ago to my student house and i've been going back once a week to clean the girls out so I wont be getting more until i have my own house. They're run and house is huge and covered and we thought was fox proof but they found the section which didnt have paving slabs around it...........if anyone wants a nice big wooden house and 27 foot covered run then please contact me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hey Rachel. So sorry to hear your news. I understand that waiting until you finish college would probably be the best option now. Do stay in touch though. If you are serious about the run and house, why not post in the "free to a good home" section on here? Much love xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Bad luck Rachel....that is really sad news. Why not get some more in the Spring when you have had a chance to have a look at your run and sort out any weak spots. Do keep visiting the forum, whatever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asolomio Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 thats awful news, im so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So sorry Rachel, I cannot comprehend how upsetting it must be to lose your much loved chooks in this way I would be devastated. Please feel free to pop in here at any time for a "chicken fix" whenever you need it. RIP to all your lovely chooks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 So sorry to read this, you must be devastated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 How very sad, poor you and your Mum for finding them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clunky Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 so sorry to hear your terrible news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...