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So when you separate them until they calm down how long does that usually take? A month? 6 months? So I know what to expect. Also I have no issue putting rooster in his own pen since I have 3 pens each with their own small run but I usually free range my poultry during the day so can the...

Thank you for the advice! Especially about separating the rooster until they calm down. At what age do you typically recommend separating them & what age do they usually calm down? Also do you recommend any breeds that have a higher chance of being gentle & kid friendly? I am thinking...

This is what I worry about and why I hesitate to get one. I may wait a few more years before I get a rooster. I love our current dynamic except I do wish that my hens had a protector while they are free ranging & eventually I want to hatch my own eggs. My kids want a rooster because they’ve...

Good to know! I have no doubt that a rooster would be fine with me. I do well with animals and frankly would kick his 12 lb butt if he tried to dominate me 😃. It’s my kids I don’t want to ruin the chicken experience for so I have to have a rooster who likes them otherwise it is pointless for me...

Thanks! Yes too bad, sounds like your monster has a great temperament!

Thanks for the info! My kids are 8 year old & twins who just turned 7. We have a really good relationship with our chickens & my kids are in the coop every day collecting eggs, giving treats &/or letting them out to free range. So I don’t want to screw up that dynamic but my kids want a rooster...

Hi all, Does anyone have experience with Light Brahma roosters and kids that they can share? I’d like to know how well they can get along with kids if they are raised with them. I have heard Brahma roosters tend to be gentle and people friendly but I‘m wondering how often they are well behaved...