mamaneedscoffee
In the Brooder
- Apr 28, 2021
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Hello, again! I am currently trying to get my 2 year old hens to accept my newer 6 week olds. I have 12 pullets and 2 cockerels I have been slowly introducing into the run over the past few days. I will take a group of 4 out for an afternoon, bring them back to the large brooder box at night, then take a new group of 4 the Next afternoon. I understand that a pecking order has to be established with the older hens, but I have noticed all four of my older girls will corner one of the new ones and constantly peck at it until it has found a place to take cover. Is this normal? Am I doing this wrong? Any help is so appreciated as I am new to bringing in little ones! Just want to avoid injuries!