Thank you. This site has already proven its self very useful. I just found out that my sweet little rooster, Otis, is actually a sweet little hen. lol. maybe I should change her name to Otessa?
Would it be best to get her a male companion, or would she be content with a female friend? I only want two, and purely for pet purposes so eggs and meat are not factors that concern me.
More then surprising, that would be a miraculous conception......Otis is my one and only right now But I am currently searching for a feathery friend for her.
I am currently looking for a non-human companion for my super sweet Rhode island red, Otis (who I only recently discovered is NOT a rooster) Is it best to stick with the same breed, or does it matter?
I appreciate the input. Being a first time owner, I know very little about chickens. I've spent a lot of time looking at pictures and forums trying to get some answers with no luck. I wasn't sure if he/she just looked like a hen because he was younger. Guess that's what I get for thinking a pet...
This is Otis, I got him as a present for mother's day. I believe, first of all that he is a he, and he is about 3 1/2- 4 months old now. We were told that he was a rooster when we got him, but my husband has his doubts as to how true this is. He is super sweet and has imprinted on may family in...