10month old Attack Rooster

[adlynch]

Meet Kevin,

We adopted Kevin when he was 3 months old. (Someone returned him to the hatchery, now I know why ) Anyway, Kevin has chased me twice. Both times were in the morning right after I let everyone out, and both times I was wearing red.
Crazy Question: Are roosters sensitive to color?
Got any good tips and tricks to get him under control? (Besides making him chicken pastry )
Thanks!

 

[Chickassan]

Some roosters don't like certain colors.He's getting pretty close to being a mature rooster so he might chill out on his own. My only advice, wear plaid or a pattern confuse the crap out of him.

 

[adlynch]

Some roosters don't like certain colors.He's getting pretty close to being a mature rooster so he might chill out on his own. My only advice, wear plaid or a pattern confuse the crap out of him.

I might try that thanks!

 

[adstowe]

It's commonly said that chickens are attracted to red. That said, I wouldn't put up with him doing that. Research any of about a half million threads on here about aggressive roosters and try some of the recommended methods to curb this now, before it really sets in. It'll be easier to keep him submissive than it will be to reform him once it's become a habit. There is some really great info on here about the subject.

 

[adlynch]

It's commonly said that chickens are attracted to red. That said, I wouldn't put up with him doing that. Research any of about a half million threads on here about aggressive roosters and try some of the recommended methods to curb this now, before it really sets in. It'll be easier to keep him submissive than it will be to reform him once it's become a habit. There is some really great info on here about the subject.

I read were someone said they took off after their rooster, chasing it, flailing their arms around like a crazy person.... I might try that

And no more wearing red...
Thanks for replying!

 

[adstowe]

That's certainly a start. A ridicules looking one maybe, but better than being attacked. The key is to keep him believing that you are the boss. Once you get him to understand that, make it a point to walk "through" him and make him get out of your way. You want to consistently remind him that you are dominant. I do this pretty much daily when I go feed and collect eggs. I don't make a big thing of it. Just walk at him till he runs off and then go about my business. A lot of people pick them up and carry them around when they start acting dominant. This seems to be effective too. I haven't tried it, but a lot of people do it. If you decide to try that, I'd be careful (depending on how aggressive he is). Picking him up puts you in a rather compromised position. I'd give the chasing him off thing a try and if it works, follow up with the daily walk through thing. If it doesn't work there are tons of other things people have tried. There is probably more information about aggressive roos on here than any other subject. You're not alone

 

[adlynch]

That's certainly a start. A ridicules looking one maybe, but better than being attacked. The key is to keep him believing that you are the boss. Once you get him to understand that, make it a point to walk "through" him and make him get out of your way. You want to consistently remind him that you are dominant. I do this pretty much daily when I go feed and collect eggs. I don't make a big thing of it. Just walk at him till he runs off and then go about my business. A lot of people pick them up and carry them around when they start acting dominant. This seems to be effective too. I haven't tried it, but a lot of people do it. If you decide to try that, I'd be careful (depending on how aggressive he is). Picking him up puts you in a rather compromised position. I'd give the chasing him off thing a try and if it works, follow up with the daily walk through thing. If it doesn't work there are tons of other things people have tried. There is probably more information about aggressive roos on here than any other subject. You're not alone

I'll definitely start doing that. He's just so darn intimidating! My husband doesn't seem to have a problem with him. Clearly he knows I'm the weak link!

 

[adstowe]

Wear heavy clothing when you do it. That way even if he does try and attack you, it will have little effect. It'll help your confidence level if you feel like he can't actually hurt you and he'll be able to tell if you have a confident, "I am a human and you're just a scrawny little bird" attitude. Have you ever had horses? Having an "I'm the boss" attitude goes a long way toward making a 1,000LB animal that you can't actually physically control respect you. The same idea can carry over to an unruly rooster. You have to believe that you are in charge and act like it.
edit: You can bring a broom with you. Don't beat him with it (even if you might want to), but it will allow you to deflect him if he comes at you and also let you direct him and move him around while you are still able to keep a bit of distance. Might be worth a shot too.

 

[centrarchid]

I read were someone said they took off after their rooster, chasing it, flailing their arms around like a crazy person.... I might try that

And no more wearing red...
Thanks for replying!

Do not do that. Will further insert you in pecking order and set stage for stakes to be raised as he continues challenge. Color of clothing I think does not matter although I seldom wear red. Do wear heavy clothing for a bit. Slow down your walking and do not look directly at him. DO everything slow. DO not respond to him in anyway when he does his stuff. If he attacks, then just stand their and do nothing until he breaks off attack. Then resume what you were doing but move slowly. Repeat as needed. If you have reached point where he comes to blows or you cannot control yourself, then follow advice of others. I keep a lot of roosters and done some playing around with this. Most roosters I have dealt with are fairly easy to get back into good standing so long as you do not engage in conflict or act submissive.

 

[adstowe]

centrarchid has considerably more experience with roosters than I do and no doubt has more right now than I have ever owned. Definitely advice worth taking.