integrating hens...

[LindsaySinai]

I know there's not an exact answer but how long does it normally take until they get used to each other??

 

[Rockyriver]

Usually takes about 2 weeks before the hens stop pecking or running a strange hen.
Every breed is different on integration time, but 2 weeks should do it. I have RIR and Austrlorps.

 

[LindsaySinai]

Usually takes about 2 weeks before the hens stop pecking or running a strange hen.
Every breed is different on integration time, but 2 weeks should do it. I have RIR and Austrlorps.

I have two EE's that are doing the pecking on my 2 Cochins. The Cochins are about 8 months younger but look way bigger so I was hoping the EE's would be intimidated...not happening. And...only one of the cochins is really getting picked on so it's even worse for her.