I'm sorry about ur Rooster. I'm sure this is going to b too late to help. I disagree with not allowing ur hens to c his body and know he's dead and not coming back. Or worse thinking he's lost. It's hard to say exactly what chickens think. I know this much I've been a veterinary technician for...
Sorry I didn't have a chance to respond sooner. His name is Louie, he's neutered, a rescue, and 2yo. He's the flock guardian and sometimes tormentor, lol! He's a big baby and my best friend. I've attached a couple pics.
I've been wanting to raise chickens for a few years now and finally have my first flock. I just got them this year. And I've got all kinds of questions about them. I've got 15 chickens right now. Most of them are Ameraucana. I've also got Creme Legbar, an Olive Egger, Jersey Giant, Cinnamon...