- Mar 16, 2008
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Hi everyone,
I have a a little problem. I have 4 hens that are a year old. Two leghorns and two red stars. We were given a 13 week old RIR from a friend who couldn't keep her anymore because of dogs. We took her in and my original 4 hens have not been very nice. I know the pecking order has to be established and there hasn't been any blood involved. The problem is I can't get the chick to come out of the hen house. I have water and food in there for her but she will not come out. We have had her about a week. Should I worry or will she eventually come out and join the group? She is eating and drinking and looks healthy. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I have a a little problem. I have 4 hens that are a year old. Two leghorns and two red stars. We were given a 13 week old RIR from a friend who couldn't keep her anymore because of dogs. We took her in and my original 4 hens have not been very nice. I know the pecking order has to be established and there hasn't been any blood involved. The problem is I can't get the chick to come out of the hen house. I have water and food in there for her but she will not come out. We have had her about a week. Should I worry or will she eventually come out and join the group? She is eating and drinking and looks healthy. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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