[roxies_mom]

Being married to a falconer I know full well how dangerous and quick hawks and falcons are. They don't necessarily fly in circles ( most likely if there is more than one those are vultures, esp. if they look like a V shape. vultures only eat road kill and dead stuff) for awhile before they swoop. They can come out of absolutely no where. They fly high enough you can't even see them and when they are after prey you would be amazed at the speeds they reach. They have to be faster then the prey. It is true that if you put an owl statue out in your yard in a few places it helps but it's important to move it or them around often. That makes it more realistic and not like it's just another thing in the yard. My Step-Mom had some mechanical owls around the pool that had moving heads. Also you can put one of those ornamental balls on top of your house. If they see their reflection they'll think it's another hawk and probably leave. They are pretty territorial and most don't cross into each others territory. When I'm out on the bike path with Roxie (it's a very open nature type place) I always keep my eye on the sky even if she's on the leash. I hope some of these tips help a little.