Do we need a Rooster?

[buckeye lady]

I have 14 hens that just started to lay eggs. I am new to chickens. I chose to start with just pullets. My ladies seem perfectly happy without a man around--But Lately they "posture" when I pet them- squatting- tails up, heads down, wings partially spread, holding perfectly still. They seem to be "assuming the position"

. Is this just "hen puberty" and will pass or do they want a Roo?

 

[miss_jayne]

they are honoring YOU as their rooster! they are 'squatting' for you.

you don't need a roo, it's a personal thing. if you want fertile eggs, you need a roo. if you want a 'man' to run with the flock, it's a nice addition.

it just comes down to preference and what your ultimate goals are with your flock.

blessings for a healthy and happy flock!

 

[Attack Chicken]

All pullets squat lol

 

[timbofarms]

If can't be said any better than that

 

[cmom]

It's submissive behavior. You are the king/queen of the flock, so they squat for you.