HUGE PROBLEM w/ HAWKS! - Page 4 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

shirlblack · 03-27-2008, 08:14 AM

I live in a rural area with lots of hawks and I've even seen a coyote go through our yard. I'm terrified when Scooter goes outside even though the back is fenced in so I keep him inside most of the time. We've had several small dogs in our County killed by Coyotes. I never thought I would see them in NC.

lulababy · 03-27-2008, 02:24 PM

i was looking for this thread... ok.. so we have had problems with hawks as well with our little puppy (almost 4 month old) ... up until yesterday she wasnt even two pounds. we make sure to keep an eye on her outside and watch the sky, but we havent had a problem with them since we started dressing her up when she goes outside. i think having on a dress or a jacket might deter them a bit?? they might not see them as "animals" or something. i dunno, i thought maybe you could try this as well

laurenr · 03-27-2008, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by lulababy

i was looking for this thread... ok.. so we have had problems with hawks as well with our little puppy (almost 4 month old) ... up until yesterday she wasnt even two pounds. we make sure to keep an eye on her outside and watch the sky, but we havent had a problem with them since we started dressing her up when she goes outside. i think having on a dress or a jacket might deter them a bit?? they might not see them as "animals" or something. i dunno, i thought maybe you could try this as well

Unfortunately, any kind of clothing is no deterrent at all. My Tigger was wearing a Tshirt when he was snatched by a hawk. Please be vigilant with your baby. Especially at only two pounds, she weighs less than half of what a rabbit does, and I have seen them taken too many times as well.
Lauren

Duncansmom · 03-28-2008, 04:56 AM

update to HAWK WATCH!

Ok, now its WAR w/ these birds! I took Piper out in the front yard for an emergency wee wee, and as I stood watching her, one of the very large trees in my yard was dropping leaves.......or so I thought! When i paid attention to the "leaves" I realised they were feathers! I looked up and there was one of the devil birds 20 feet above me plucking a newly deceased dove! Looking at me! I was like ok pal, thats it! I mean I get that they are gods creatures too and they have a right to be who and what they are, but I would just like them to be devil birds in someone elses yard. This is getting WAY outta hand here. Its like they are mocking me!

Lil suits of armour for the puppies are in the works! Da** birds!

Just outta answers here, but I did make hubby go out and clean up the "remains" of the poor lil dove victim!

a2luckygirl · 03-28-2008, 05:05 AM

Well, I live in the country, but I'd get a pellet gun an pop those hawks!!
Can you call animal control- i'd say it is swooping you and pup!!
Or call the Conservation Dept.

Also, I'd try windchimes in the trees- and wind socks- with lots of streamers!And it maytake more than 1
Also I'd take a broom and smack at the tree they get in!!

Wouldn't you like to see me attacking a hawk!!!lol!
My BF would go hide!!!!

Misti1 · 03-28-2008, 05:17 AM

I was driving to a new church not too far from my house a couple of Sunday's ago when I saw one swoop down. I did not realize how big they are, and I think one would be fully capable of taking a smaller yorkie off, but might struggle with sexy Mika

a2luckygirl · 03-28-2008, 05:20 AM

Eagle's also can swoop a small animal up!

Really if one of these birds of prey get hold of any animal- the claws will probably pretty much kill it!

I don't know what I'd do- but even if you are standing right there- these birds are super fast- and could just fly away with your pup in a split sec!!

this would freak me out!

ryorkies · 03-28-2008, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Duncansmom

update to HAWK WATCH!

Ok, now its WAR w/ these birds! I took Piper out in the front yard for an emergency wee wee, and as I stood watching her, one of the very large trees in my yard was dropping leaves.......or so I thought! When i paid attention to the "leaves" I realised they were feathers! I looked up and there was one of the devil birds 20 feet above me plucking a newly deceased dove! Looking at me! I was like ok pal, thats it! I mean I get that they are gods creatures too and they have a right to be who and what they are, but I would just like them to be devil birds in someone elses yard. This is getting WAY outta hand here. Its like they are mocking me!

Lil suits of armour for the puppies are in the works! Da** birds!

Just outta answers here, but I did make hubby go out and clean up the "remains" of the poor lil dove victim!

That really is scary. Thank goodness that the hawks in our area are usually followed by crows and their squawks will usually alert me to when there is danger. I sure hope you find a solution soon.

lulababy · 03-29-2008, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by a2luckygirl

Well, I live in the country, but I'd get a pellet gun an pop those hawks!!
Can you call animal control- i'd say it is swooping you and pup!!
Or call the Conservation Dept.

Also, I'd try windchimes in the trees- and wind socks- with lots of streamers!And it maytake more than 1
Also I'd take a broom and smack at the tree they get in!!

Wouldn't you like to see me attacking a hawk!!!lol!
My BF would go hide!!!!

LOL!!! i laughed out loud at your suggestion to "pop the hawks" lolol..

is that allowed? oh man..
i do think your suggestions to call animal control or whatever might be a good idea! also the broom thing. they will learn one way or another!!

silyjillie · 03-29-2008, 04:04 PM

Hey I just read this post and noticed youre in Florida. I'm fairly new to Florida, and didnt know there were hawks down here. Which part of Florida do you live? I'm in Delray Beach. I dont think we're close, as I've never seen one. Good luck with finding a solution tho. It's horrible that they are watching you and your babies. Poor lil guys can't even enjoy their own yard.

mayfateleadyou · 03-29-2008, 04:55 PM

I'd shoot and say it was trying to attack

IluvLucy · 03-29-2008, 05:05 PM

We have lots of hawks around where I live, too. For a while, I was taking my pistol with me when I took the babies out in the backyard, but I may switch it out for a shotgun. If I shoot straight up in the air it should scare the crap out of 'em anyway. Maybe they'll move on!

It's gotten to the point where I see them everyday!

Sarah Sadie · 03-29-2008, 08:11 PM

Definitely contact the Conservation Department BEFORE you start shooting. The red tailed hawk is legally protected in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. You can almost always get approval to shoot whenever your animals are threatened, but they like you to ask first.

They may even come help. We have lots of hawks, coyotes, and eagles. Has anyone had problems with eagles and Yorkies?

Watch those babies.

03-27-2008, 08:14 AM	#46
shirlblack Bailey's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NC Posts: 1,553	I live in a rural area with lots of hawks and I've even seen a coyote go through our yard. I'm terrified when Scooter goes outside even though the back is fenced in so I keep him inside most of the time. We've had several small dogs in our County killed by Coyotes. I never thought I would see them in NC. __________________ Shirl and Bailey

03-27-2008, 02:24 PM	#47
lulababy bam and pebbles mommy Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,706	i was looking for this thread... ok.. so we have had problems with hawks as well with our little puppy (almost 4 month old) ... up until yesterday she wasnt even two pounds. we make sure to keep an eye on her outside and watch the sky, but we havent had a problem with them since we started dressing her up when she goes outside. i think having on a dress or a jacket might deter them a bit?? they might not see them as "animals" or something. i dunno, i thought maybe you could try this as well __________________ P E B B L E S Member of PPU, The PiNk Club, The Crazy Club, & SRC Add my puppy on Myspace & Dogster! BAM BAM Soon to be member of PPU, Little Gentlemans Club, Crazy Club & SRC

03-28-2008, 05:05 AM	#50
a2luckygirl YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: HASTINGS, NE- 4 NOW!!! Posts: 2,208	Well, I live in the country, but I'd get a pellet gun an pop those hawks!! Can you call animal control- i'd say it is swooping you and pup!! Or call the Conservation Dept. Also, I'd try windchimes in the trees- and wind socks- with lots of streamers!And it maytake more than 1 Also I'd take a broom and smack at the tree they get in!! Wouldn't you like to see me attacking a hawk!!!lol! My BF would go hide!!!! __________________ :I PLAYING....THE BANJO........ AND KISSING MY MOMMY:kiss3

03-28-2008, 05:17 AM	#51
Misti1 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 3,051	I was driving to a new church not too far from my house a couple of Sunday's ago when I saw one swoop down. I did not realize how big they are, and I think one would be fully capable of taking a smaller yorkie off, but might struggle with sexy Mika __________________ Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club

03-28-2008, 05:20 AM	#52
a2luckygirl YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: HASTINGS, NE- 4 NOW!!! Posts: 2,208	Eagle's also can swoop a small animal up! Really if one of these birds of prey get hold of any animal- the claws will probably pretty much kill it! I don't know what I'd do- but even if you are standing right there- these birds are super fast- and could just fly away with your pup in a split sec!! this would freak me out! __________________ :I PLAYING....THE BANJO........ AND KISSING MY MOMMY:kiss3

03-28-2008, 04:56 AM	#49
Duncansmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 751	update to HAWK WATCH! Ok, now its WAR w/ these birds! I took Piper out in the front yard for an emergency wee wee, and as I stood watching her, one of the very large trees in my yard was dropping leaves.......or so I thought! When i paid attention to the "leaves" I realised they were feathers! I looked up and there was one of the devil birds 20 feet above me plucking a newly deceased dove! Looking at me! I was like ok pal, thats it! I mean I get that they are gods creatures too and they have a right to be who and what they are, but I would just like them to be devil birds in someone elses yard. This is getting WAY outta hand here. Its like they are mocking me! Lil suits of armour for the puppies are in the works! Da** birds! Just outta answers here, but I did make hubby go out and clean up the "remains" of the poor lil dove victim!

03-29-2008, 04:04 PM	#55
silyjillie YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 1,060	Hey I just read this post and noticed youre in Florida. I'm fairly new to Florida, and didnt know there were hawks down here. Which part of Florida do you live? I'm in Delray Beach. I dont think we're close, as I've never seen one. Good luck with finding a solution tho. It's horrible that they are watching you and your babies. Poor lil guys can't even enjoy their own yard.

03-29-2008, 04:55 PM	#56
mayfateleadyou No Longer a Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: tuscaloosa Posts: 779	I'd shoot and say it was trying to attack

03-29-2008, 05:05 PM	#57
IluvLucy Lovin' Lucy & Rebel Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,438	We have lots of hawks around where I live, too. For a while, I was taking my pistol with me when I took the babies out in the backyard, but I may switch it out for a shotgun. If I shoot straight up in the air it should scare the crap out of 'em anyway. Maybe they'll move on! It's gotten to the point where I see them everyday! __________________ Kim , Rebel ,and baby Dixie RIP my sweet Lucy

03-29-2008, 08:11 PM	#58
Sarah Sadie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 87	Hawks Are Federally Protected Definitely contact the Conservation Department BEFORE you start shooting. The red tailed hawk is legally protected in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. You can almost always get approval to shoot whenever your animals are threatened, but they like you to ask first. They may even come help. We have lots of hawks, coyotes, and eagles. Has anyone had problems with eagles and Yorkies? Watch those babies.