My flock was murdered last night.

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Oh no, what a heartbreaking experience! Losing your flock is devastating, and it's completely understandable to feel upset, especially as a first-time chicken owner. It sounds like that sneaky intruder had a plan, bending your chicken wire to make its way in. Don’t be too hard on yourself—it’s a learning curve that many of us have faced at some point. Securing the wire properly is essential for preventing future visits from unwelcome guests. One effective method is to bury the bottom of the wire at least 6 to 12 inches deep, or you can use landscape staples to anchor it firmly to the ground. Remember, you're not alone in this—reach out to fellow chicken enthusiasts for support and advice during this tough time.

We had our first flock of 6 hens for almost a year before my dad woke me up to tell me an animal had gotten in and killed them and left the remains. I haven't inspected the area yet as there are apparently still feathers everywhere and it's been less than an hour since I found out, but the animal burrowed under the chicken wire/bent it up to get in.

We hadn't secured the bottom of the wire into the ground as we didn't expect this issue (again, first time chicken owners), so it wasn't the hardest thing to do to bend it up and get in. What is the best method for securing the wire into the ground?

I'm also extremely upset so I'd appreciate not dragging me for not properly securing it in the first place. Any advice/consolation is appreciated.

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