Integrating single pullet?

[ccstarbuckle]

Hi all,

I have a small flock of 5 pullets. all about 16 to 17 weeks old. A friend lost her chickens all except for one and she's about the same age if not a lil bit older. So my questions is, would it be safe to integrate one chicken into the flock? Or should it really be two at a time at this point? Also, can anyone recommend a good source to read about the most effective way to do it safely? I've read so many different accounts, I just don't know. She's so lonely!

 

[RonC]

It shouldn't be an issue as they are all pretty much the same age and grown. Might want to add her to the coop at night. Watch for any aggression for a while. They will sort out a new pecking order when you add her but shouldn't be too rough. If there are problems you may want to put a divider of some sort in the run so they can see each other for a few days then try again. And

 

[ccstarbuckle]

hey, thank you so much! On both counts. I'm excited to be here!