I need a rooster!

[I-Love-Pallets]

I have a flock of 11 hens from 3 to 3 1/2 months old, and I want to add a rooster. I’ve found a couple on Craigslist, one is 4 months old and the other is 6 months old. Would either of these be okay to integrate? Also, any pointers on how to do so would be welcomed.

 

[_-Captain BRM-_]

What is your reason for adding on a rooster? Hatching?

 

[Idaho Chicken Bungalow]

I have a flock of 11 hens from 3 to 3 1/2 months old, and I want to add a rooster. I’ve found a couple on Craigslist, one is 4 months old and the other is 6 months old. Would either of these be okay to integrate? Also, any pointers on how to do so would be welcomed.

Where are you located?

 

[I-Love-Pallets]

Where are you located?

Southern Ohio.

 

[I-Love-Pallets]

What is your reason for adding on a rooster? Hatching?

Protection for the hens mainly…and honestly, I just love the sound of a rooster crowing…especially in the morning.

 

[JacinLarkwell]

Protection for the hens mainly…and honestly, I just love the sound of a rooster crowing…especially in the morning.

Roosters aren't going to protect hens apart from hopefully give a warning sound if they see something flying

 

[_-Captain BRM-_]

Roosters aren't going to protect hens apart from hopefully give a warning sound if they see something flying

Oh no, they will most definitely protect. Why do you think people have issues with roo's attacking them? They are trying to protect their flock!

 

[_-Captain BRM-_]

Protection for the hens mainly…and honestly, I just love the sound of a rooster crowing…especially in the morning.

Hmm. What breeds are you considering? Honestly, the bigger the better for a good crow

 

[Idaho Chicken Bungalow]

If you do get one, may I suggest a long quarantine period?

 

[I-Love-Pallets]

Oh no, they will most definitely protect. Why do you think people have issues with roo's attacking them? They are trying to protect their flock!

I’ve seen a rooster attack and drive off a hawk that was attacking a hen…seemed pretty protective to me.