Bob- I think the hens like having a rooster around.. My girls act like it anyhow. He keeps an eye on them and does what roosters do. Now that the rooster is gone here, they seem to be well, more "chicken" of things and huddle more. 
Congrats Ashli on the cute baby. They are best when you can give them back when you are tired or cranky or they are stinky or bratty..yay for nephews and nieces and grandkids!!

Congrats Ashli on the cute baby. They are best when you can give them back when you are tired or cranky or they are stinky or bratty..yay for nephews and nieces and grandkids!!