First and foremost, I must report that my rooster has most thoroughly assumed and defined his role of Flock Sentinel. His innate sense of immediate danger enables him to very frequently save the other chickens from potentially disastrous fates. Naturally, this includes saving the fellow flock-mates he perceives living in the mirrors positioned in the coop. The passing shadow of the Aerial Assailant or the stealthy tread of the Masked Invader alike evoke a deep-throated croak from the ever-vigilant Chickie, whose warning clearly indicates to all flock-mates (including the ones in the mirrors) the immediate necessity of entering The State of High-Alert. Not to be mistaken for lacking in courage for what he lacks in stature, he frequently and triumphantly emits crows as fully mastered in voluminous elocution as they are unencumbered by such social restrictions as defined by Neighborly Behavior or Noise Ordinances that could only exist in a world bent on hindering creativity. His record of courageousness remains unblemished with the exception of a single isolated incident, involving a low-flying military aircraft, during which his croaking signal, if given at all, was utterly abandoned during an overwrought, every-man-for-himself evacuation flight to the nearest bush for shelter. Since all chickens involved survived the event, he would encourage us to recall his victories, rather than his retreats.
Please see his attached field briefs:
Victory 1: Hose vs Chickie
1600 hours: An otherwise inanimate object (a garden hose) was perceived to be animate. Object targeted via aerial assault and successfully immobilized.
Victory 2: Padlock vs Chickie
Upon delivery of rations, unidentified shiny object was spotted near food allocation area. Excision of object (a metal padlock) was deemed necessary prior to consumption of pellets.
Victory 3: Tarp vs Chickie
Apparent movement sighted at Ground Level followed by rustling and other suspicious activity. Case deemed urgent. Upon imminent approach, threat (gray tarp) surrendered. Deployment of detachment unnecessary.
Victory 4: Flip-Flops vs Chickie
High-risk flashing, floppy objects operated by an Unfamiliar alien sighted while approaching home containment sector. Immediate action executed; sector secured.
Victory 5: Snowy Boot vs. Chickie
Familiar rubber footware rendered unidentifiable when covered in snow and moving toward perimeter. State of Normalcy abandoned, boot dispatched. Duties resumed.
Victory 6: Chickie vs. Pajama Pants
Hot pink, loose-fitting plaid pajama pants created disturbance of peace in northern quadrant of run. Situation ascertained, peace restored.
Please see his attached field briefs:
Victory 1: Hose vs Chickie
1600 hours: An otherwise inanimate object (a garden hose) was perceived to be animate. Object targeted via aerial assault and successfully immobilized.
Victory 2: Padlock vs Chickie
Upon delivery of rations, unidentified shiny object was spotted near food allocation area. Excision of object (a metal padlock) was deemed necessary prior to consumption of pellets.
Victory 3: Tarp vs Chickie
Apparent movement sighted at Ground Level followed by rustling and other suspicious activity. Case deemed urgent. Upon imminent approach, threat (gray tarp) surrendered. Deployment of detachment unnecessary.
Victory 4: Flip-Flops vs Chickie
High-risk flashing, floppy objects operated by an Unfamiliar alien sighted while approaching home containment sector. Immediate action executed; sector secured.
Victory 5: Snowy Boot vs. Chickie
Familiar rubber footware rendered unidentifiable when covered in snow and moving toward perimeter. State of Normalcy abandoned, boot dispatched. Duties resumed.
Victory 6: Chickie vs. Pajama Pants
Hot pink, loose-fitting plaid pajama pants created disturbance of peace in northern quadrant of run. Situation ascertained, peace restored.
Looking forward to seeing more rooster antics!
I tried not to laugh but did.
