Beekissed's Rooster Speak

There is more than one way to "tame".
(I know of) alot of people use the carry method and I also use it if I have that rare, testy cockerel.

A caregiver isn't a rooster and they can obviously see that. Science says that animal learn faster with positive reinforcement instead of punishment. You are the protecter. Act as so. Gentle guidance works the best with animals. They respect your peaceful presence and don't challenge your role as protecter.

Carrying works! and it isn't for babies either. The writer doesn't seem aware of how trainers use the method.
It works on the basis that they have to question your presence as threat/harmful anymore.
I believe this article suggests the 'dominate' or "submission" taming; it isn't macho or clever, while also not very pleasant experience for either you or your rooster. The article is insightful of how this method operates.

Very good description on how top roosters think.

That’s what it’s about with almost any farm animal (or any domesticated animal) I can think of… confident (never cruel) dominance and leadership. Only one of you can be at the top of the pecking order / pack / herd / flock. For safety and good management and health, I must be the leader. Each animal has its own behaviors and language. Horses have theirs, dogs, donkeys, goats, etc. This is the best thing I’ve ever read about roosters!

Great article, can't wait to see this work!!

The instructions laid out here really make a lot of sense, and I believe my bird will understand this sort of boundary.
Thank you!!

Now THIS makes sense! Thank you so much for a great, well written article.

This is a great article!

gave me something new to try to a young rooster that wasn't seeming to get it, he's finally quit challenging me as he was about ready to get sent to freezer camp due to attitude.

Very interesting read. In my years of chicken keeping, I've had one mean rooster. One. And he's part of last year's batch. I found (am finding?) it hard to deal with or even wrap my head around. Funny how new things can do that to you!

I will get a flag tomorrow and try this with him. He's a big golden Wyandotte, so he packs a bit of a punch (kick?), but a little boot, or six, and some aggressive walking finally gets him retreating.

Thank you for writing this article. I will try and remember to update, for reference.

I have always been afraid of roosters, and since our "hen" started to crow, I have been looking for a way to live peaceful with him. He had just start challenging me so I was looking for some idea or something try. This is worth the read and will give it a try.

I think this article is a good guideline for people trying to manage an already aggressive cockerel/rooster, and for those who want to train them from the start.

What a great article, Beekissed! I look forward to using your info to show my flock my position. Carrying a rooster around never made sense to me but your info really seems to "Speak" the language. Thanks

excellent article!

Thank you very much for this! I have 2 silkie roosters that will come into maturity soon.
I know I’ll be read this article a lot!

Love the pictures too!

Great information about rooster behavior. Very helpful!