Truth is, my hens seem to like my rooster. They compete to snuggle under him at night and seem lost when I remove him for a day or two in winter to a warmer place, to protect his comb.
Truth is, his adolescent behavior was not pretty, as the transition to becoming a gentleman can include violent assaults on sweet little pullets. Now, he checks out a freshly cleaned nest for the hens and calls them over for treats.
Truth is, when I wear different footwear or outfits to the coop, he fails to recognize me and attacks. He's not the brightest bulb in the pack, but I'm confident he would attack a predator in case of a security breech. He has done battle with a black snake.
Truth is, neighbors and I enjoy the crowing, which is not excessive.
Truth is, his adolescent behavior was not pretty, as the transition to becoming a gentleman can include violent assaults on sweet little pullets. Now, he checks out a freshly cleaned nest for the hens and calls them over for treats.
Truth is, when I wear different footwear or outfits to the coop, he fails to recognize me and attacks. He's not the brightest bulb in the pack, but I'm confident he would attack a predator in case of a security breech. He has done battle with a black snake.
Truth is, neighbors and I enjoy the crowing, which is not excessive.