One hen. A friend?

[Douza]

I have a similar situation with only one 4 year old hen left after others have been killed... over 3 years. The most recent by a neighborhood cat! Does anyone know where I could find a couple of hens so that she will not be so lonely and cold. I worry about both. She is making a strange kind of moaning sound in the morning. I have never heard before. I have a very secure coop and plenty of space. I understand the need to integrate with time etc. I need a source for a couple of hens, preferably americaunas as that is what I have had and Henrietta is a fine example. I don't want her to get a complex. Seriously, any ideas welcome

 

[Iluveggers]

Maybe try a hatchery like Meyer? They have started pullets for $15 and are about 16-20 weeks old...not quite adults but at least close to laying age. If you got 2 they could be integrated together.

 

[Artichoke Lover]

I have a similar situation with only one 4 year old hen left after others have been killed... over 3 years. The most recent by a neighborhood cat! Does anyone know where I could find a couple of hens so that she will not be so lonely and cold. I worry about both. She is making a strange kind of moaning sound in the morning. I have never heard before. I have a very secure coop and plenty of space. I understand the need to integrate with time etc. I need a source for a couple of hens, preferably americaunas as that is what I have had and Henrietta is a fine example. I don't want her to get a complex. Seriously, any ideas welcome

I would try to find a local hatchery or maybe try asking in your state thread if anyone might be considering selling some. None local hatcheries are often extremely expensive because of shipping

 

[Douza]

Maybe try a hatchery like Meyer? They have started pullets for $15 and are about 16-20 weeks old...not quite adults but at least close to laying age. If you got 2 they could be integrated together.

Thank you I wil try them. I have never heard a hen moan it is so sad to hear kn the morning.

 

[Douza]

I would try to find a local hatchery or maybe try asking in your state thread if anyone might be considering selling some. None local hatcheries are often extremely expensive because of shipping

Great idea I. Think there is a local group.