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[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[SilverBirds]

Welcome to BYC! So sorry for the loss of your hen.

Getting a rooster may be beneficial for your flock. Just check your ordinances, and talk to the neighbors.

And as some of the others have said, there is a very slim chance of cracking an egg with a developing chick inside. As long as you are collecting eggs frequently and you have no broodies, it will not happen.

 

[Tweetledee]

Welcome and sorry for your loss. I'm sure someone can offer some advice on the girls personality shift.

I had the same fear when I started. Now I have 6 roosters and understand that if mama ain't sitting on that egg then there's nothing to be afraid of. When in doubt - candle the egg to be sure.

Thrilled to have you here.

Thanks for the advice

 

[Tweetledee]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
The behavior that you describe is a bird that is concerned about aerial predators. Getting a rooster might help with that. And no, it's an irrational fear to worry about cracking open an egg and seeing an embryo in it. The only way an embryo develops in a fertilized egg is if the egg is incubated either mechanically or by a broody hen.

Hi Dobie Lover

I havent seen any aerial predators, but they must be lurking. Hopefully my CDs will help. Will have to do more research on the rooster

Ps Im also a rottie mama x3

 

[Tweetledee]

Welcome to BYC! So sorry for the loss of your hen.

Getting a rooster may be beneficial for your flock. Just check your ordinances, and talk to the neighbors.

And as some of the others have said, there is a very slim chance of cracking an egg with a developing chick inside. As long as you are collecting eggs frequently and you have no broodies, it will not happen.

Thanks SilverBirds

So many suggestions on the rooster. Dumb question, but if I close the coop door at night does he still crow if he's got his girls safe? I dont mind the crowing during the day just think it will be a problem when people sleep.

I usually close the girls' coop door after they go to bed, but not sure if the rooster does the same thing.

 

[SilverBirds]

Thanks SilverBirds

So many suggestions on the rooster. Dumb question, but if I close the coop door at night does he still crow if he's got his girls safe? I dont mind the crowing during the day just think it will be a problem when people sleep.

I usually close the girls' coop door after they go to bed, but not sure if the rooster does the same thing.

My roosters will occasionally crow at night, but I feel it is only when there are bright lights inside or near the coop. A good rooster will guide the hens into the coop, but closing the door after they are all tucked in is still smart.

 

[Tweetledee]

My roosters will occasionally crow at night, but I feel it is only when there are bright lights inside or near the coop. A good rooster will guide the hens into the coop, but closing the door after they are all tucked in is still smart.

thanks

 

[Tookie]

Hi and welcome to BYC!
Sorry for your loss.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC.
Roosters can and sometimes do crow at all hours. Roosters are more of a warning system than protectors. They let you know before there is an attack.
CDs will not deter a arial predator for long. They are smart enough to figure out that they aren't a threat, after a few days. The best protection is a roof.
A cat may be your best rodent deterrent.