Cats are notorious for causing mischief and it is no different on backyard chicken farms. You may be wondering if your cats will ever try to hurt your chickens.
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Yes and no. It really all depends on the specific cat and how familiar it is with chickens. Some cats will attack chickens and some cats will not.
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Do Cats Attack Chickens?
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Why Do Cats Attack Chickens?
Some cats that attack small chickens just enjoy chasing small animals, or they simply do not like the little chickens.
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Can a Cat Kill a Chicken?
A cat will have a hard time killing a healthy, large adult chicken. They can, however, kill a smaller chicken or a young chicken very easily.
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The best thing to do is keep your chickens safe and out of harm’s way when it comes to these cats. Watch your cats closely for signs of aggression towards the chickens