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Discussion in 'Managing Your Flock' started by abcr, Sep 3, 2013.

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  1. Sep 3, 2013 Post #1 of 7
    abcr

    abcr In the Brooder

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    My rooster keeps pecking my hens and they all squeak when he does it what can I do
     
  2. Sep 3, 2013 Post #2 of 7
    redsoxs

    redsoxs Crowing

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    Welcome again...probably not much you can do. Make sure he isn't injuring them. He is just displaying his dominance. Good luck to you!
     
  3. Sep 3, 2013 Post #3 of 7
    abcr

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    Thanks
     
  4. Sep 3, 2013 Post #4 of 7
    drumstick diva

    drumstick diva Still crazy after all these years.

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  5. Sep 3, 2013 Post #5 of 7
    sourland

    sourland Broody Magician

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    Monitor his actions, and if he starts injuring the hens, replace him with a more gentle rooster.
     
  6. Sep 3, 2013 Post #6 of 7
    donrae

    donrae Hopelessly Addicted

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    Is he mating them?
     
  7. Sep 4, 2013 Post #7 of 7
    abcr

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    My oldest yeh I've seen him do it and he is often chasing her
     

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