Is my rooster being aggressive?

[4 ever Orpington]

He’s a Columbian rock cross red from a hatchery here in Manitoba .

While safety of course is paramount. But if he’s that special to you. Change the situation make a safe area for him. So the children don’t have access to him nor him to them. I love my rooster and would stand on my head to to save him if possible. Wishing you all the success in this matter.

 

[snow5164]

I’d thought about that , there are 13 hens these numbers are good. I have the space to do that ... lots to think about , this has been helpful , thank you

 

[snow5164]

Ive never been able to “ break” a rooster , I’ve given many away. This one was hand raised and nice from day one. I’d like this to work , but the bottom line is the eggs pay the bills ( really !!)

Thank you all for your ideas, I have lots to think about now.

 

[4 ever Orpington]

I’d thought about that , there are 13 hens these numbers are good. I have the space to do that ... lots to think about , this has been helpful , thank you

While I understand it’s most desirable to keep the Rooster with the flock if possible. But like in my situation my rooster went hormonal crazy. Wouldn’t leave my girls alone. So now he has a rooster pad of his own. He’s actually more friendly than before. Of course my experience not necessarily no one else’s

 

[snow5164]

He doesn’t even chase them when I’m around , he is so very big and when he “ steps “ on their backs he pulls feathers , I’m trying to rehome him, maybe he needs bigger hens? Time will tell , but I won’t punish him for being a rooster .

 

[4 ever Orpington]

He doesn’t even chase them when I’m around , he is so very big and when he “ steps “ on their backs he pulls feathers , I’m trying to rehome him, maybe he needs bigger hens? Time will tell , but I won’t punish him for being a rooster .

I totally understand. Nor would I. Have you considered chicken aprons. It can help.

 

[snow5164]

Yes I’ve put them on just this week , they have big scratches under their wings ....I’m scared he’ll kill one. We’re going to give him away or cull him next week . It makes me sad but that’s reality on the farm

 

[americanchicks]

Hi all very interesting post! I am new to roosters as well. I have two brothers that are almost 16 weeks that I hatched (first time). I know how you can get attached to a chick when you raise it.

The youngest, but larger, brother Ewok is showing some "cocky" behavior. He used to be so friendly even jumping in your lap. Now fluffing, sides steps, and two mock charges at me. As well as some aggression towards the hens, even mating behavior. In fact the other day I saw him mount his sister. Now Jet on the hand is a scardey rooster with me and the larger hens. I cant get within 5 feet without him taking off. He has shown no signs of aggression.

I am keeping Jet. His coloring and body type is more what I'm looking for anyway. I also read that you want a rooster that is more timid. Roos that super friendly, and are not the least bit afraid of you, are more likely to challenge you because they are not afraid to try.

I was going to wait until I rehomed Ewok. I say 80% of the time he is a great bird. After reading this post however I'm thinking sooner so his new owners can work with him. I would say the freezer but just did a bunch of CX and freezer camp is full. Plus 20 CX and no plucker, eesh done for a while.

I am loving how every one has their own opinion on what to do with trouble roos. I guess its the 3 R's Rehabilitate, Rehome or Rotisserie.
Take care.....

 

[hayley3]

I had a rooster that for YEARS would do that dance in front of me. He never did more than that. I always felt he was seeing if I was a threat, so I always stayed still so he would know I meant him no harm. He never ever tried to attack anyone.

 

[Amer]

This rooster was sure dominating you. I once had a rooster do that and every day it got worse until I had to walk backwards to get their food making sure he wasn't stalking me. If he did rush at me, I would repulse him with a kick. Day by day it got worse until the day he was butchered and fed to the dogs (the boy was 4 years at the time and pretty meatless). It's good to catch them while their young, cause young roos roasted are wonderful dinners

This post is truth.
Or you could get a small rooster with virtually no meet but is harmless not because they are less aggressive, (some still are) but they are so small you don't hardly feel it. I just punt them across the room because they are smaller than a college football.