jos Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 Hello, I just need some reassurance, I think. New neighbours have moved in and today their dog got into my garden and attacked the chickens. One in particular was pinned to the ground by the time I got out. The others had scattered to under the bushes. By the time I had chased off the dog the chicken had lost a large patch of feathers off her back and a few off her neck. No blood, though. I got them all straight back into their run ( they were free ranging at the time) and they have all eaten their supper. But what I want to know is can they die of delayed shock? What will I find in the morning when I let them out? And can I shoot the dog?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 What a horrible thing to happen - I hope your girls are OK. Not a good start to your relationship with your neighbours (although hopefully they won't feel able to complain about your hens now ). The onus will surely be on them to make sure their dog is contained within their property. Sorry, I don't have any experience of this, but wanted to offer sympathy . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jos Posted October 27, 2007 Author Share Posted October 27, 2007 thanks Vicki. Will just keep my fingers crossed for a full recovery.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 how awful! Any animal can die of delayed shock, sorry I know that's not what you wanted to hear, I hope everything is okay tomorrow. Considering there was no blood, I'd hope for the best. Your neighbours sound like idiots, letting their dog loose like that! What if there were children in the garden, how irresponsible can you get! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 What a dreadful shock for you and the chooks Hopefully she will be fine if a little wary tomorrow karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jos Posted October 27, 2007 Author Share Posted October 27, 2007 thanks for all your replies and support. This forum is fantastic! Does anyone know how long it takes for feathers to grow back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 i think about 4-5 weeks let us know how things go but as there were no injuries, I'm hoping for the best for you- give them a little extra treat in the morning xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 p.s. I think hens are generally pretty resiliant little things, when you think about battery hens and how they manage to bounce back after what they go through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boris70 Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 My dog would eat my girls given the chance - he's a nightmare with them! All I say is that the chicken netting does wonders as he can't get them in that. I know probably pointing out the obvisous - but may be worth trying to find out how th edogs got in as they'll be back (if anything like mine). Hope the hen is ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 My dog must be a complete wuss (sp?). He's scared of my girls - they run at him if he gets too close and he runs and hides . He wouldn't come back into the house the other day 'cos we had one of the girls in the kitchen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 27, 2007 Share Posted October 27, 2007 My dog must be a complete wuss (sp?). He's scared of my girls - they run at him if he gets too close and he runs and hides . He wouldn't come back into the house the other day 'cos we had one of the girls in the kitchen! ahhhhhhhh, bless, I always have a soft spot for the underdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jos Posted October 28, 2007 Author Share Posted October 28, 2007 all the girls came down this morning... the only sign of the attack is the bald patches on one chicken and another one is limping. However they managed to force down a few grapes for breakfast! again, thanks for your support. I shall be spending the day reinforcing my fences.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Glad to hear they've survived their ordeal . What has your neighbour had to say about the matter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jos Posted October 28, 2007 Author Share Posted October 28, 2007 to give them their due they did apologise so I hope we can all live peaceably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 Am glad your girl seems to be rallying. If anything happens again, I'd present them with the vet's bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budgies Posted October 28, 2007 Share Posted October 28, 2007 What a horrible experience! So glad the girls all seem to be ok after their shock (and yours!!) Sue x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLS Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Hello, I just need some reassurance, I think. New neighbours have moved in and today their dog got into my garden and attacked the chickens. One in particular was pinned to the ground by the time I got out. The others had scattered to under the bushes. By the time I had chased off the dog the chicken had lost a large patch of feathers off her back and a few off her neck. No blood, though.I got them all straight back into their run ( they were free ranging at the time) and they have all eaten their supper. But what I want to know is can they die of delayed shock? What will I find in the morning when I let them out? And can I shoot the dog?!! Yes - I say shoot the dog!! We're having a hell of a time with a bunch of neighbours' cats terrorising the chickens (one ran into the pond and nearly drowned in her first week with us - incidentally I thought she was going to die but I wrapped her in a warm towel and stroked her for ages and she came back marvellously - perhaps you could try that?) - as well as c******* all over our lawn. We are seriously thinking about getting an airgun - though I know that it would make headline news: 'my poor moggy was shot by a cruel person' even when they turn it out to wander around killing songbirds and attacking our chickens!! Good luck with your chook, I hope it makes it - I would give your neighbours a seriously hard time about fencing their garden properly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
