Hens worn bare by Rooster-Ideas?

[harvey]

Hello,

I have 6 hens and one rooster. The rooster is wearing the feathers off the hens backs. Would clipping the Roo's spurs and nails help stop this problem? I know I can get saddles or more hens but, I was looking for an easier solution.

Thanks,

Chris

 

[Judy]

You could try it. You can also make your own saddles with a bit of polarfleece fabric and a pair of scissors. I have a hen wearing one of these. Scroll down here:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=167

 

[Cajunsamoan]

I clipped mine but it didn't seem to help much. He is very large and clumsy which doesn't help. I would try the saddle idea from ddawn. I know I will be soon.

BTW, thanks ddawn!