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How do I prevent rats?
As chickens need to free feed rats can become a problem, you can prevent rats by keeping a clean area and not leaving food scattered on the ground.
- If you are giving your chickens treats to forage, do not over treat, make sure you give small amounts at a time and al the feed or treats have been eaten.
- Keep a clean area.
- Remove eggs from nesting boxes daily.
- Hang your feeder off the ground, use a treadle feeder or put your feeder indoors at night time.
- Bait regularly.