A real bullet would be a more permenant solution to the problem.
So the fox lives to see another day to chase your children.
Worth repeating.
Is Rule #4 the concern here wcd?
Yes it would have to be a Quick shot so yes. Not really anything behind us but still I do not like the whole stray round idea.
That's a horrible thing to call your children.
I wouldn't count on deterring one for long.
Do you keep goats full time? If you do, you should look into getting a guardian dog for them.