- Apr 16, 2011
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A friend "blessed" us with a very sweet silkie hen. She is healthy and seems to enjoy her new home. However, my other chickens (one leghorn, two rhode island reds, all 6 months old) aren't too fond of her. They don't pick at her nonstop, nor does the silkie have any injuries, large amounts of lost feathers, etc. They will peck at her and take a feather or two here and there, but it doesn't seem to be a major concern. (Unless I am mistaken about that!) It may just be her shy nature, but she seems terrified. She will hug the corner of the coop or hide under the nest box. Do you think my birds are being meaner to her than what I suspect? When they are free ranging, they chase her a bit but generally leave her alone. She does her thing and they do theirs. Is there anything I shold be doing to help them get accustomed to each other? They've only been together about a week. Thanks!
Jamie
Jamie