How to introduce young rooster to hen flock?

[kstough]

How do I introduce a young rooster to my established hen flock of 9?

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're thrilled that you've decided to join us How young? You can search on the look don't touch method as a good starting point.

 

[RodNTN]

Hello there! And It is wonderful to have you here with us! @rjohns39 gave you a good starting point. How old is your young rooster? Best wishes!

 

[N F C]

Best of luck to you (and don't forget to isolate the new guy before you attempt to integrate him)!

 

[drumstick diva]

thank you for joining the Backyard chickens flock. Hope you will enjoy it as much as we do.

 

[Chicken Girl1]

Welcome to BYC! Please make yourself at home! You've gotten a helpful link to a great article. You may find this thread helpful as well: https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/topic-of-the-week-adding-a-rooster-to-the-flock.1203482/

 

[Pork Pie]

Welcome to BYC - you have some great links above, so I will just say a big hello

ETA: don't be alarmed if your girls give him a hard time to begin with. It's perfectly normal and helps teach him important socialisation skills.

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under kstough Welcome!