Introducing two 12 week old pullets to single same age pullet

[ErinYLiz]

I am totally new to all this and have since had to give away two of my hand-raised chicks because they ended up being roos, leaving me with one pullet (Speckled Sussex). I picked up two 12 week olds (a Buff Brahma and a Salmon Faverolle). I guess I am wondering if they will ever all become as close as the three original chicks I had, who would roam all over the yard together as a pack. Will these three eventually bond and hang out. The two new pullets won't even leave the coop unless I make them. How long does it usually take for newbies to get comfortable with their surroundings and not be so fearful?

thx!!

 

[Folly's place]

It does just take more time, don't worry about it. They are all very young and will bond. How about a few more?
Mary

 

[ErinYLiz]

It does just take more time, don't worry about it. They are all very young and will bond. How about a few more?
Mary

Thank you. I would love to get more but this is all we can manage at this time. At least they are managing together. I can't wait for them all to free range together. I feel bad for Ginger, who is the only one who feels comfortable doing so. So she is off by herself most of the day.