HELP Needed...My Rooster REPEATEDLY ATTACKED ME

[BantyChooks]

There would seem to be a bit of a verification problem here. Given that those in this thread who believe, or even suspect that human aggression in male chickens is an inherited trait and given that many who believe this kill a rooster apprently kill any rooster that shows signs of human aggression, the chances for the "it is inherited" camp of proving their point seems pretty remote given in that dead roosters can't produce offspring to test the theory out.

On the other hand, on this thread, DobieLover and I have both had human aggressive roosters who, with some patience, work and an understanding of what may trigger such aggression, have not only reduced their aggressive behaviour to a manageable level but have also produced some real sweethearts as offspring.

Interesting. My logic behind thinking that there is a genetic component to aggression is due to the wide personality differences I have seen between different breeds. Certain breeds/lines of breeds in my experience can throw an abnormally high or low percentage of aggressive offspring, comprising a trend rather than a one-to-one correspondence between sire and offspring temperament. What do you think about that?

FWIW, I keep and breed some aggressive cocks because I don't think the genetic influence is that immediate.

 

[Shadrach]

Interesting. My logic behind thinking that there is a genetic component to aggression is due to the wide personality differences I have seen between different breeds. Certain breeds/lines of breeds in my experience can throw an abnormally high or low percentage of aggressive offspring, comprising a trend rather than a one-to-one correspondence between sire and offspring temperament. What do you think about that?

FWIW, I keep and breed some aggressive cocks because I don't think the genetic influence is that immediate.

To date I have only had 5 generations to observe. None were deliberatly bred so the result is as near to random as is practicable with a relatively small sample.
One would need data on a lot of breeds who bred randomly to draw a firm conclusion.
But, your theory isn't unreasonable. It would be interesting to see if one bred to the maximum of seven generations what kinds of tempremants one got.
Most of the serious chicken keepers I knew in Catalonia, a couple from Iran, my Finish friend and one Australian have this outlook.
You put the work into the first male you get. It doesn't really matter what his temperament is. It takes up to two years to come to a proper working arrangement with the first male. You keep this first male and allow him to breed. He will be the main determinig influence on how his offspring relate to the keeper; and the keepers actions obviously. After 5 to 7 generations one picks either a new rooster, or a hen from a non related group and start again.

 

[HumbleAmerican]

There would seem to be a bit of a verification problem here. Given that those in this thread who believe, or even suspect that human aggression in male chickens is an inherited trait and given that many who believe this kill a rooster apprently that shows signs of human aggression, the chances for the "it is inherited" camp of proving their point seems pretty remote given in that dead roosters can't produce offspring to test the theory out.

On the other hand, on this thread, DobieLover and I have both had human aggressive roosters who, with some patience, work and an understanding of what may trigger such aggression, have not only reduced their aggressive behaviour to a manageable level but have also produced some real sweethearts as offspring.

You can sink time into a maybe. I'll eat soup and move on.

Each their own eh?

 

[Gammas Bearded Babies]

I went on out to run/coop on guard this morning but doing my usual with an added cane. He immediately came to me...but I just stomped the cane to the ground and said No Mango. He would back up then come back but not attacking at least. I just had to watch my every move and be on guard as I checked Miss Broody.
I just cant have this uncertainty and enjoy the chickens with grand children too...
Prayin someone with more experience and understanding steps up soon.

 

[Shadrach]

You can sink time into a maybe. I'll eat soup and move on.

Each their own eh?

I prefer the expression, learn and adapt.

 

[Shadrach]

I went on out to run/coop on guard this morning but doing my usual with an added cane. He immediately came to me...but I just stomped the cane to the ground and said No Mango. He would back up then come back but not attacking at least. I just had to watch my every move and be on guard as I checked Miss Broody.
I just cant have this uncertainty and enjoy the chickens with grand children too...
Prayin someone with more experience and understanding steps up soon.

Did you read the article I linked to?

 

[MTKitty]

I grew up in a rural area, raised by parents who came from the generation that animals belong outside. Along with that was an absolute zero tolerance for any animal that was human aggressive - dog, horse, chicken, whatever. If you have concern for grandchildren’s or your well-being, it may be time to move this rooster along. That could mean butchering for your table or placement with some other person who knows about, and is willing to take on, the aggression.

 

[Gammas Bearded Babies]

Did you read the article I linked to?

The understanding your rooster article?
Yes
A whole lot information in there I wish I had found way before now.
Your article as well as @BantyChooks article had some good points and helpful information!
I have a question: he has been making an unusual sound the past couple of weeks...hard to describe but sounds very similar to whenever you blow up a balloon then stretch and pull the area you blow into as far apart as possible and air escapes at high pitch sound and just continues til you stop stretching.
Ever heard of this? I'm wandering if this is a sign he's been giving off leading up to this changed behavior.

 

[HumbleAmerican]

I prefer the expression, learn and adapt.

That's nice.

 

[BantyChooks]

The understanding your rooster article?
Yes
A whole lot information in there I wish I had found way before now.
Your article as well as @BantyChooks article had some good points and helpful information!
I have a question: he has been making an unusual sound the past couple of weeks...hard to describe but sounds very similar to whenever you blow up a balloon then stretch and pull the area you blow into as far apart as possible and air escapes at high pitch sound and just continues til you stop stretching.
Ever heard of this? I'm wandering if this is a sign he's been giving off leading up to this changed behavior.

Your description sounds somewhat like an aerial alarm call, though I can't say for sure without an audio recording.