Ep 149 | The Pine Marten killed every chicken in the coup | From French Chateau to Farmhouse
Despite our best efforts to safeguard the chickens in the coup, the cunning Pine Martin manages to hide away before the coup closes at night to then feast on our flock.
Anna and Peter reflect on what to do next to protect their last two hens, luckily away from the coup that night, and if and when to replace the flock with new birds.
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Only Anna could talk sweetly to an animal that just killed her beloved pets. So heart sick for you both.
I thought as well. Beautiful lady with a kind heart to animals.
Well such a sad day for you both.. we really feel for you .. who would have thought after securing the coup that this would happen.. taking time to reflect is wise . When any pet dies. It's difficult not to want to go and replace it .they leave such a big hole in your heart when they go.. and such a change in your daily routines too . Respecting nature and the "cruel" circle of life can be so hard.. but our thoughts are with you at this traumatic time ❤❤.take care both xx
I thought exactly the same. I’m sure I couldn’t of been so kind
I’m so glad Annie and Sally survived to give you something to focus on. How devastating to lose them all in one go. Hugs ❤
Oh my goodness... I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My first reaction was anger at the pine marten and revenge was in my heart. Wishing to get rid of that danger for the sweet innocent chickens. Then I heard Anna's sweet reassuring, loving voice as she spoke to the pine marten and it made me stop in my tracks. How horrible of me to blame an innocent creature for doing exactly what he needs to do to survive. Both of your kind and understanding voices have given me food for thought. Thank you. I am so glad that Annie and Sally are still with you. Bless your hearts.
My reaction too. But when I heard Anna speaking softly to it, I soon realised that it was probably panicked too when it realised it couldn’t get out. It probably has a family too. We have to respect that it was just doing what it needed to survive. Some may call it cunning to sneak in during the day and hide, but it may have not realised that there was no way out. So not as cunning as we think. Heartbreaking none the less. ❤
My heart aches for both of you. I would encourage you to get more chickens. Peter, you're so gifted and talented, you could make a really spectacular coop with lots of space, so the chickens wouldn't feel like captives; maybe connect one coop to a big fenced in area with a tunnel. I'm hoping you both won't give up.❤
Oh, so, so, sorry. Anna must be devastated. 💜
My heart is sad for you and your poor chickens. Sadly that is a part of the hierarchy. I am happy to hear that Annie and Sally are safe. 😢❤
I was so very sorry to see this, but wholeheartedly agree with your sentiments and animal husbandry. Your animals live wonderful free and cared for lives and your respect for the natural world shines through everything that you do.
Heart broken for you both. How kind you both are...
I am so very sorry for you both. What an awful thing to have happened. The only thoughts I have are that those chickens have had the best possible love and care during their lives. 😢❤
So very sad to hear about your beautiful chickens. I cried listening to you recount what happened. Virtual hugs for you both. ❤
Anna's gentleness towards the Pine Marten is remarkable. Rarely do we witness such kindness on the streets of KZhead, as well as Peter's pensive stroll considering how and when to move forward whilst giving Anna time to grieve. Now that's LOVE in action! 💞So glad two of your chickens were housed separately. Wishing you both peace from across the pond in Minnesota. Your Iris are absolutely lovely, by the way! 💜💛💜
Thank you my lady for such kind and generous words 😘
I am speechless...so sorry that you've lost your beloved flock, but thankful that Annie and Sally have survived. I can imagine how devastating this is. I have such huge respect for you both that you understand the pine martens nature and have accepted it as many would definitely not be so kind. Sending hugs for your losses. Kindest regards as always Rose H xx🌹
It’s nature I know but it doesn’t make it any less heartbreaking,I am so sorry for you both xxx
Peter and Anna, I am so sorry about your chickens. This is heartbreaking. You guys did everything to protect your chickens. Anna, you are a good soul to show kindness to the pine Martin. I hope the geese will be OK. Thank goodness the other two chickens were safe. An older lady in Georgia has problems with snakes. I feel so sad for you both. Big hugs to you both.❤
I’m so sorry. You did everything you could.
Oh no..that's heartbreaking..You did what you could.
I'm so sorry to hear about the chickens. You two take great care of your animals and I know this is devastating to Anna. Prayers for her and that there will be a balance with all the native animals and your animals.
I followed you both for a long time on your journey - so sad but glad you can be positive about going forward. Hope Anna is ok x
Oh, I am so sorry. I can imagine how upset Anna is. They are her babies. Some animals are so smart. Yes, you are right, they at least had a good life not being penned up.
What a dreadful shame! I thoroughly agree with other comments about how kind Anna is to speak so sweetly to the pesky vermin! Could you not get it taken to another location by animal rescuers? I also agree with you Peter, about the subject of free range. We had guinea pigs that roamed our lawn freely (did you know that they also take themselves to bed at dusk, just like chickens?!!) occasionally we would lose one of them to cats.😪 Unfortunately, as you said, it's a chance we take when giving our friends such a wonderful life! I'm glad you still have Annie and Sally 💜
I feel so badly for you and your dear chickens
Oh dear I am so sorry. What an awful thing to discover. Poor Anna. You were so good to those birds and did your very best to keep them safe. A big hug to you both.
My heart is with you.
This is so devastating... not enough words to express...hugs to you both
What a horrible thing to happen to those poor chickens. Oh dear Anna - I know your heart is broken. I’m so very, very sorry.
Horrible horrible situation. Sending love and hugs to Anna. So very sorry to learn about the unexpected loss of your darling feathered family 😢
How awful for you both…… I’ve never kept chickens, but you both on film have showed much love for them…. You both must be devastated 😢 Thank God at least Little Orphaned Annie was ok and of course Sally 👏 So sorry to hear this sad news
Thank you for the courage it took to make this video. Please take time to heal.
So so sorry for the loss for your beloved chickens.
Oh no!! I'm so sorry! You work so hard to keep your feathered friends safe and happy! I trust your care and (emotional) investment will be rewarded. Sending love to you both.
Ask the farmers around for advice. They will help you.🐥🐣🐓
My daughter has her chickens named and I understand how Anna feels.❤❤
I am so sorry, you are both such loving and caring human it must be so painful, so glad Annie was safe
So sorry to hear about your chickens ❤
I am so very sorry. Many hugs and much love to you all. 💜
A very philosophical view on nature and you are clearly already reviewing the next steps with your logical mind kudos.
Oh no, so sorry for you ❤
Oh No! I'm so very very sorry! Anna must be devastated & to find them also! I am so very very sorry. This is the hardest part of having animal family. Its heart breaking. My love goes to you both as you were working so hard to protect them & keep them safe 💐xo xo
So sorry for your loss Blackpool England 🏴 uk
You are both amazingxx
😞 how awful..so sorry to hear this ..poor chickens
Bless you both ,how sad x
So very very sorry I lost all my Beautiful chickens to a fox years ago broke my heart so 😢I know what your going through.Our friends lost all there's to and that was a pine Martin .We had chickens again and made sure their coop was as safe as we could make it and never had a problem again.Thinking of you both at this sad time xx
Oh my goodness! Immediately my broken heart went to Anna. I would be immediately be angry! But Peter, you reminded us about the Circle of life. What a cunning little critter. I don’t know anything about them. But seems such a small animal to do so much damage. I hope Anna will be on peace soon enough. I also watch The Newbys, and they lost many of their chickens not to long ago. But theirs was to some dogs. They were heartbroken as well, as they also allow their chickens to run free on their property.
Oh no. I am so so sorry. How heart breaking. There is no way you could know. Those animals are so cunning. Thankbgoodness you have 2 left.❤❤❤
Shattered to hear this tragic news! Yes, nature is very clever. Thankful that Annie and Sally survived! I must say, Anna was much kinder than I would have been with that little pine martin. Your chickens have a lovely home at your property and I think that taking a little time to reflect is good after any shock. Anna will know when it is time to try again. Sending hugs from Colorado USA.
So very sorry for your loss,it's so sad for you both hope you manage to keep the other two safe .take care 😢xx
Oh no!!! I am so sorry to hear this very sad new....Love to you both.....
It really hurts me that your chickens could not be in peace for the calculated ferret. I know it is difficult to have almost all feathered pets. Our first 8 chickens were bitten by a dog while they were in a transport box, while my father finished the chicken house - they were replaced, but our grief over the bitten hens was a grief that was difficult to cope with, but later got but we new hens that laid lovely eggs. It's just not easy to make sure!! I send Anna and you the warmest thoughts 🐔🐓🐣
So glad Annie and Sally are OK but sad for your other ones😢 really sorry Anna😔
So so sorry 😔
Thankyou for update, you're always positive Peter & this is life with animals & on land no matter where you are, I've lost 2 horses to bushfires in someone's care, left me heartbroken for years, I've successfully evacuated many times, learnt new techniques & lessons each time for greater ease & less stress. Such wise words, 100% agree your sentiments. I trust you'll find a way Peter & Anna. Take care, until next time, Its always a pleasure to hear from you, keep it real. Jane
So sorry, 😢
you could NOT have possibly factored in that Anna and Peter, I am so shocked, clearly they are not to be underestimated. The only silver lining is it helps you learn more what's needed for future. I have a horse & that's the only thing we can do is avoid it happening again. Love to you from Sth Oz
Oh what bad luck and what a cunning animal the Pine Marten is. So sorry for you both.
Anna & Peter, very sorry for the loss of most of your flock! Bless you both. ❤
I’m so sorry to hear this news. 😞
ohhhhh so awful and devastating, my condolences for your feathered family, it's so heartbreaking especially as you had done everything to try and protect them, if you capture the pine marten maybe take it to some woodlands far away from you? so pleased the other two are ok. hugs to you both xx
So sad. Lovely Anna, remember to take some solace from the fact that you gave them a wonderful life xx
So sorry!
Ahh so sad for you both xxx
Oh, I'm so sorry...its normal animal nature - Anna knows that "anger or lashing out" isn't whats needed...she's so kind to the "killer" and yet in her sorry she maintained knowing "so is the nature of the beast" and the "cycle of life". Hugs
The enemy is always from the inside. 😮
Oh so sorry...those pine martens are clever...
God love you both, so sorry. Nature; both stunningly beautiful and at times a terrific force.
I’m so so so sorry 😢 😢😢🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😇😇😇💗💗💗
I admire your understanding and respect for nature. Something that would not come easy for me! 😢
Im so sorry to see that you must be devastated 💔💔sending you both a huge hug
How heat breaking, I am so sorry.
I am so sorry. A similar situation happened to The Newbys they are in Portugal. In their case I believe it was wild dogs. You guys are such lovely people. I know you do everything you can to protect and care for all your wonderful animals.
That’s so sad. It’s live on the farm unfortunately. Condolences to you both.❤
I’m so sorry, you both must be devastated, sending massive hugs to you both xx
WOW, OH NO, SO SO SAD, BEST WISHES TO YOU
Poor Anna 😢 I am so sorry, after all your hard work, trying to keep them safe. Love to you both xx
So sorry to hear the news. This happens sometimes. You give your chickens the best life, and I’m sure you’ll find a way to build a totally secure coup for the future.
Heartbreaking for you both , so sorry . After all your efforts. Nature is cruel sometimes.
very sad news today but must be one of the hazards of living in the country there has to be space for all animals to live as they live got to be strong and move on bless you both
So sorry to hear this.
Heart breaking!
Oh so sorry for you both how sad and upsetting ❤❤
We are so sorry for you both, and of course the chickens
So sorry to hear. You are such animal lovers. ❤
Sorry for the loss of the chickens.
I want to cry
Oh no, I’m so heartbroken 💔 for you!
Awww that is so sad after all your work thanks for sharing ❤
So so sorry!!
Omg you poor things. I couldn't watch.
So sorry to hear.😢 Another channel I follow had their chickens taken out by two stray dogs the other week. So sad when you get so attached to them.
Oh how devastating after all your careful work to prevent any carnage. So sorry.
After all that hard work blocking the door. Will watch the vlog later. So sorry. 🍷🍷🇬🇧🇬🇧🐓🐓
So sorry for you guys. I know Anna must be taking it hard.
😢😢 so very sorry for the loss of your chickens ❤xx
Oh my goodness, I am so VERY sorry! 💔
Oh goodness, Anna must be heartbroken, I’m so sorry, nature is so cruel at times. Xx
So sorry to hear that sad news. Years ago my mother had 25 chickens and she went to feed them one morning and a fox had killed 17 and she thinks she disturbed him as she heard the commotion as she was nearing their area.
That is very sad news , but unfortunately it is life (or death) on a farmlet . thank goodness for some survivors.
So very sorry for you both. You give so much love to your animals. Nature can seem very cruel sometimes 😔
Devastated for Anna and yourself take care
Oh what a terrible shame. What a cunning little fella he was. Sods law after you had just done your best to secure them😢