20 week old leghorn cockerel was hit with a broom and won’t move.

[Quirkyfusion]

I am SO, so sorry. You took such excellent care of him. I hope knowing that he felt all of the love and care you gave him at the end, brings you some comfort. He is a very fortunate soul....if only all of our chickens could feel that loved at the end.

 

[feather13]

I've been following this thread and cheering your rooster and you on. You did such an amazing job caring for him, posting updates here, and giving him the very best life. I'm so sorry to hear he died. Honestly, as much as I love my chickens, I can't imagine having the patience and empathy you showed towards your rooster, even while being busy taking classes.

 

[humblehillsfarm]

He’s dead. I came home and he had died

I’m so sorry. I was really rooting for Foghorn. I truly believe chickens can understand when we try to help them, and I think he knew you were helping him.

 

[black_cat]

I'm so sorry about that. I've been lurking here and willing him on. You took AMAZING care of him. I"m sure that he felt loved and cared for. Lots of hugs

 

[TheOddOneOut]

you really can only defend my mom at the initial swing when she thought he was going to attack her. she’s also only in her late 40s. after she hit him, both her and my dad left him lay for 4 hours in 80 something degree weather.

I know you want to give her the benefit of the doubt, but she isn’t a great person.

Yeah. That was inconsiderate and...well, the roo must have had a reason to not like her, maybe how she acted towards his hens.
Honestly, I’m guessing she hit him a few times to have that damage done. One strike is not likely to do that. I hope she feels bad. I would be steaming mad if it was my family member. But I hope you’re better than me. I have a hard time forgiving.
I'm sorry you lost him.

 

[Ruby Rogue]

Sorry about your chicken

 

[cluckingheck]

Rest In Peace, Foghorn

 

[TheOddOneOut]

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Rest In Peace, Foghorn

 

[black_cat]

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Rest In Peace, Foghorn

 

[JustSarahThanks]

I'm so sorry. You really did amazing work with him. Take good care of yourself.
❤