New Chicken Mom!

[Sarahfred42]

Hello! I recently became the new mom to two Buff Orpington’s, 2 Silverlaced Wyandotte, 2 black sex link pullets, and to Rhode Island Reds. They’re currently about 3 weeks old. My question is this: We suspect one of them may be a baby real roo (SLW), but if not, when and how would be a good time to find a Roo to add to the flock? I’ve heard they need a rooster to keep them in line. Is this true?

 

[N F C]

Hi, I'm not sure what you mean by "keep them in line" but some people keep a rooster so they'll have fertile eggs to hatch. And a rooster can be helpful in sounding a warning when the flock is in danger.

Hope that helps!

 

[Mrs J]

Hello and welcome

 

[Dr Evy]

Welcome to BYC. We’re so glad you joined!

 

[swampfox440]

Hi, Welcome to BYC! I have two roosters and I really like them. Thanks for joining us and pleased to meet you.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC. I like roosters in a flock, but they can be a challenge for new keepers.

 

[Buckingham Palace]

Welcome to BYC.

 

[Isadora]

Hello and welcome to BYC! I'm so glad you decided to join our friendly and helpful community

 

[janiedoe]

Hello, welcome to BYC. I really enjoy having roosters, but you don't need one unless you want to hatch. I haven't found that mine keep the hens in line. As @sourland said, they can be a challenge.