How do I introduce one hen into a flock

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Feb 28, 2021
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I had a flock of 4 chickens and my sister was unable to keep one of hers so she gave her to me. However, the 4 I had were quite aggressive and the new addition was rather docile. I have not been able to integrate her properly so I have had her separated with one of the nicer hens from the original flock so she is not lonely or trying to get in with the others who in return will draw blood and force her into hiding. If anyone has any advice it would be greatly appreciated.
 
I put mine in there for a couple days in a crate so they can get use to each others smell and noises. If u put them in a hen house at night Would put her with the one shes staying with now. If one hen from the new flock shows interest in her and is docile I would try them together and slowly introduce the rest. Wishing you well.
 
The two are in about a 12 x5 ft coop while the other three are in the section of the yard against the coop. It has been working for about a month
 

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