i am so happy for the both of you. sounds like she didnt care for him much. i almost lost my buff orpington rosey last month and i was devistated. we had vet trips twice. the Lord let me keep her. i am so blessed. i love her so much. it would break my heart if something happen to her. she is a special and unique chicken. i am so happy you get to keep him. you will always have a specila bond with him.