Only one hen left..:-(

[edithbunker]

So I only have one hen left . She us just about to turn 1 year old. My other three were eaten by a bobcat.
Any suggestions on how to continue to raise her? We will not be getting any more.

Will she be alright by herself?
So sad.....

 

[wolftracks]

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They're flock animals. They do better in twos and threes. Maybe you can find some free ones on CL.

 

[edithbunker]

The problem is we are afraid to get more and just have them eaten. I was thinking
Of only letting her out when I'm
Outside. She has her coop indoors . And I don't want to have to go through
Getting chicks when they can't be together until they are grown. Can I get a grown bird and introduce them?????

 

[CopperCT]

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Yes you can...older hens or young chicks will still have to go though the introduction process no matter what. A single chicken will be very lonely...please either get her a friend or two or give her away to be introduced to a new flock.

 

[MysticScorpio82]

I am so sorry for your losses! I agree that getting another chicken or 2 would be best for your survivor.

 

[RGWright]

I agree with the rest. These are social birds. Having only one chicken would be like having no friends on facebook.

 

[edithbunker]

Thanks guys,
I'm
Going to pick up another hen today. I can't have a lonely hen, I just hope get along. It will be the same breed.