This right here tells me it is time for him to go. He's not responding to any percieved threat, just being a bully for the sake of being a bully.
Yes. I think that is the best option. Life is hard enough these days without having to be constantly on guard in my own “castle”. Since I am unfamiliar with particular behaviors, I am thankful for the advise received! Helps me to understand what we possibly did to embolden him, and also to know that he won’t change. Thanks again!
Oh no.. I won’t “rehome” him. He is my responsibility. A different outcome would be preferred , but good or bad, it is my responsibility. I know more today than I did yesterday. I never really wanted a rooster (he was supposed to be a she). But, i saw good attributes of protecting the girls that has changed my mind. However, I am going to educate myself a bit more before I get another one... thank you for helping!
He doesn't dare!
No, tho his nose is much more acute!
I would check for glaucoma. When I have had hounds targeted by a rooster, the dog often could not see as well or was too old to react. Rooster pushing issue too much with a more active dog can get chomped once a dog has had enough. I have had dogs that appeared whipped that decided the crap stops and dog acting in anger can kill a lot quicker than one playing a chicken to death.
Well, Teddy has started harassing the First Ladies! He grabs them by the wing feathers as they try to get away. He did start crowing at an early age, so, at 15 weeks, he may be ready even if the girls aren't!
He just had a check up yesterday and everything is fine. He's just very mellow! If he does decide to fight back, I'll be rooting for Buzz!
