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what did you end up doing with the cockerels?

It's all hit or miss, very unpredictable. If you take out the aggresive roo's, the "nice" ones may become aggressive, since there is a hole. They might not. You can treat two chick roo's with love and tenderness, and they end up aggresive. Don't blame yourself. It's in the genes. I would take...

So, so, sorry. It's hit or miss with Roo's. This happens all the time. It's their nature to protect their flock, and you are perceived as the predator, it's all a part of nature.You gave him a beautiful life, and he'll give you a beautiful meal.

We have all been watching far too many Disney Cartoons. Chickens are MEAT AND EGGS. Domestication of animals allowed man/woman to do things like hybridize plants, spin wool, enrich the brain with nutrients meat can provide. It helps if you can separate MEAT from PETS. They are not the same. It's...

Seems to me that Chix like it when there is more room. I did notice that with more close nit and intimate batches they are a bit bewildered when their bud is gone... but only for a day or so.

Yup, AND, Fact is... I LOVE my fried chicken!

Hello Beekissed, I wanted to reply to your post to me, but can't seem to find it now. I'll take the positive from your reply to me and use it: That these chickens purpose is to provide eggs and meat, and they are fulfilling their purpose when I raise, process and cook delicious meals with...

You are kind! How do I join the NOrcal Group?

AWESOME! 2 roo's chillin' in cold water. All of your advices helped immensely. I will respond to each one tonite with my thoughts. I appreciate this Forum to gather and share our stories.

How do you kill your chickens?

Respectful Chicken harvesting: How do I deal with conflicting emotions? Tomorrow I take out 2 of the 12 week old roos. Of course, they are the cutest and most personality of the bunch. They are best friends, always hanging out, the first of the bunch to fight and draw blood. This is my third...