Stupid Questions Thread

[IceAngel]

For a big laugh read Collen's post https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1032050/butch-the-rooster#post_16071185

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

I have rooster jail, some spend months in there. And my roosters sometimes crow at 3 am.

 

[IceAngel]

@oldhenlikesdogs did you notice any infertility after he was penned up for a long time? My hens just don't need the harassment this time of year so I hope to keep him incarcerated until spring.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

@oldhenlikesdogs
 did you notice any infertility after he was penned up for a long time?  My hens just don't need the harassment this time of year so I hope to keep him incarcerated until spring.

most roosters have less hormones flowing during the winter, with a flare up in Spring. I haven't noticed any fertility problems, I don't hatch a lot either, I don't think abstinence would harm a rooster in any way, your hens will probably thank you too.