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    Is my rooster too big for my hens?

    I have noticed lately that they (the Leghorns) squat when I go to pet them. So I am hoping that is indicative of the posture they will take when Gus gets friendly. Thanks for the encouragement.
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    Is my rooster too big for my hens?

    Well, everybody is still a little too young to worry yet. The leghorns are the oldest and they about 5 months old. The others are about 3 months old - including Gus the Jersey Giant. I will just be sad if anyone gets hurt or has to leave.
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    Is my rooster too big for my hens?

    I am afraid I have made a mistake. I have a Jersey Giant rooster (not matured yet) and have added him to my mixed flock. I didn't even think about the size difference when he is fully matured. Someone told me that there is a danger of him breaking the girls' legs when he mounts them. Has anyone...
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    Chicken Names- whats your chickens name?

    I have finally named all of my chickens - even though I can't quite tell all of my leghorns apart. Most of them are named after departed Aunts and Maw Maws. The White Leghorns are: Pearl, Hazel, Annie Laura, Jane and Birdie Brahmas: Aunt Thelma & Aunt Gertie Ameraucauna: Gracie...
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    new baby rooster

    Yeah, I kinda figured that. I am really more concerned about heat distress during our brutal summers. Our hot weather can last into November sometimes. We have even been known to wear shorts on Christmas morning. We have a huge industrial-sized mister fan that sprays a light cool mist - not...
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    new baby rooster

    Yes, it is worth it's weight in gold and them some! But more than that - the information and encouragement from seasoned veterans gives us greenhorns the confidence to try new things and I am so grateful for all of the support. I was thinking about a "Big Daddy" heating device for the winter...
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    new baby rooster

    I have been using gentle correction with my "finger beak" and it seems to be working. Yesterday when I got home I made a "panic room" for the chicks. I patterned it after the "Mama Hen Brooder" but without the heat source. It is the miracle I have been waiting for. It seems to be what is best...
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    new baby rooster

    Yay - I figured out how to respond directly to another poster - but I digress... Yes, I was worried about all of the separate units I am creating. I am afraid Gus will hurt accidentally them. I will post some pictures when I can so you can see the size difference and have more info to go on...
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    new baby rooster

    Well here's the latest...I am learning all about that "chicken math". I am laughing even as I type. Yesterday I went to get a new waterer and came home with two brahma chicks for Gus to play with. Well - they looked alot bigger at the feed store. They probably need another week before they will...
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    new baby rooster

    thanks for the encouragement. I had read that larger breeds are typically more docile that is why I picked a Jersey Giant. I have put him in a kitty crate and put him out in the coop for a little while. I don't know who got more out of it - Gus or the girls. They were very curious. It was so...
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    new baby rooster

    Thanks for the warm welcome and the sage advice, caveman and pyxis. I am so excited about my new little family. And yes, he is by himself - but not for long. I am going to get him a couple of friends his own age to make the transition easier.
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    new baby rooster

    Well the crying is very effective - I drop what I'm doing an go running every time. I am going to pick up a new waterer today and I may pick up another chick or two to keep him company and they can make the transition together. Thanks so much for your response. I am glad to know that there is...
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