I have purchased qty: 9 pullets (barred rock[6] and leghorn[3]) and one cockrel of unknown breed. These were introduced to my two hens from my original flock and start of chickenry, they are the last survivors from a flock of 12..
Within the first 2 days, there were no disasters or ruffled...
I raised 10 chicks from day old to ~16 weeks old all together, all female of a couple different breeds. I introduced an adult (1yr old) rooster into the flock and I would like to see if anyone else has done something similar and what was the outcome.
I have had him in the flock for 2 weeks now...
Hello All and I am hopeful to learn/discuss trials and tribulations with caring for backyard chickens!
I reside in south Louisiana and have purchased a chicken coop/tractor from a local company that I decided to support. It is a very nice chicken tractor.. very expensive.. but should last a...