Yeah looks like that’s what I’m going to have to do. What makes certain roosters do things like this though? I had a good rooster years ago and never had a problem like this.
It’s possible I guess but not sure. But I don’t really think so. The hen always did seem scared of him as he would always pen her down and jump on her and keep her down for a long time. I figured that was normal mating behavior but now I don’t think it was. All the hens seem to be scared of him...
I think my cockerel killed my hen. My pen is heavily fortified so no way any predators could get in. Do you think this looks like the cockerel did it or possibly other hens? Never had a problem until I got him a few months back.
I have 14 hens and 1 rooster. I was getting anywhere from 8-12 eggs a day on average. The last few months something happen and I am lucky to get 1 egg a day now. Most days I get no eggs at all. I have noticed a few eggs shells busted on the ground and it looks like the chickens are eating it. Do...
Can anyone confirm if this is a hen or a rooster? Also, if possible what breed it is? My aunt gave it to me and said it was a rooster, but I’m not so sure. Thanks
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One of my hens got killed tonight? Do you think the rooster did this? The coop and the pen attached to it is secure. I don't see how anything could have gotten in to do this. I have had this hen and the rooster for over 2 years now. The rooster has always...