Dear Shelley,
My heart breaks for you! I had to get rid of a hen that turned out to be a rooster and it was devastating. You have children involved so I cannot imagine how much more horrific the situation is. Best of luck and I hope you are able to work something out.
Doug
Dear Friends, one of my three hens (Easter egg) who is normally the most friendly, has started squatting in the coop and not interacting with me or her sisters. The behavior change occurred yesterday and continues today. She looks otherwise healthy. When I pet her she doesn't make a sound and...