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How friendly are BO or Delaware roos?

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by chickenfever, Feb 2, 2009.

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  1. Feb 2, 2009 #1
    chickenfever

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    OK, I have placed an order to Ideal for some chickens and then I got to thinking about it and am wondering if I should add another roo to the list. My roo now is a BA, and even though my fav when he was younger, since hormones kicked in I can't turn my back. He has attacked my son a few times too.

    So, I was thinking of adding either a BO roo or a Delaware roo to my order just to see if they come out a little friendlier. Then I could cull my BA roo.

    What do you think, I've heard Delaware roos can be fairly docile.
     
  2. Feb 2, 2009 #2
    Master S.M.C

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    I believe they are docile they don't fight like other breeds and can live easily together.

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  3. Feb 2, 2009 #3
    CovenantCreek

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    My Delaware roo isn't exactly what I'd call friendly (unless you're a hen). He is, however, more of the hatchery quality than the heritage quality and I didn't spend very much time with him as a chick.
     

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