I have 4 brs: spotty daisy quiche and flecks. I love barred rocks; their curious and sweet personality plus their love for people make them so lovable!
Yes, your cat should show that he's not scared of your chickens. If your chickens see the cat from a safe distance (like see him when they're in their run) they should get accustomed to him
I agree. In my area, we need to pay for a permit to keep chickens, and we can't keep roosters because of the noise. I think that's a stupid rule because people have cats that come in my yard and destroy my garden and terrorize my chickens, and one time even ate my fish. And my neighbor's dog is...
just found this thread. although I'm new to byc, I've been chicken keeping for a while. what I hate is when people say I shouldn't eat my chickens. Although I like my babies, if some are being too problematic and harassing the others or myself, they'll make a nice dinner for me and my family ;)