I opened the divider between the runs, and I opened the door inside the coop

[tyjaco]

After 2 1/2 weeks of the "old" girls next to the "new" girls, I finally opened things up and they are together.

There were a couple of short chases, but NOTHING like I expected.

It will be interesting to see what happens at roosting time tonight....

I was so worried for nothing (?)

 

[ChicKat]

Sounds like you had a nice smooth integration thus far. Post back after tonight to tell us how the roosting routine went.

 

[Chick1043]

I just added a hen to my flock. Surprisingly they all did great!

 

[Fierlin1182]

I'm glad to hear everything is going well! it can be a pain for all involved when the chicks are introduced too quickly, as I learned the hard way. Sounds like you did a good job, well done!