Adding an older Rooster?

[J99]

My chickens are about 6 months old and starting to lay eggs now , I want to add a rooster and he’s about to turn one yr , is that a good age match up?

 

[grayjay11o]

It depends on what breeds you have if they're full grown they should be fine, just keep an eye on them to make sure everything goes well.

 

[J99]

They are of age to lay but I think they are still growing I have buff heads polish orpingtons EEgrr spitshauben

 

[grayjay11o]

You might want to watch the crested breeds if you introduce the rooster into your flock, they tend to be the first to get beat up.

 

[grayjay11o]

Also, what does EEgrr mean?

 

[J99]

Lolol Easter Egger sorry I’m on my phone

 

[aart]

I want to add a rooster and he’s about to turn one yr , is that a good age match up?

Maybe, maybe not.
Depends on the cockerel and his demeanor.
Sometimes adding a 'good' male is the easiest integration.
Where is this bird coming from?
Might want to think about the risk of bringing in pests/diseases.

 

[J99]

His demeanor with me seems nice , I carried him around and he didn’t even care, I’m getting him from a friend

 

[aart]

I’m getting him from a friend

Since you've visited, quarantine is probably moot(not needed).
Keep him in a wire crate for a day or two so the girls can safely inspect him,
then let him out and see how it goes.

 

[J99]

Ok I will and I’ll let you guys know but I just found out this weird ass Tyson breed pullet I saved When it fell from a truck and it grew immensely into a Tyranasaurus Rex chicken is now a cockerel , so now I’m scared to let my real rooster out