This morning the roo was violently attacking the hen. Could my enclosure be too small? I plan on giving them more space but thought I could help keep them cozy and warmer through the winter and give them a run in the spring...I need you to stop by tennessee and bring me some chicks next time your around here, I wouldnt mind raising a few hefty silvers too
That space is plenty big for a pair that size, they might of not been paired together prior to your purchase. Ive had that happen and after a few days they start fighting. Did they calm down after a while?
yes, I have a food bag with a little food rolled up in the corner and tucked the hen in there next to the wall/corner and the roo hasn't bothered her.
As long as you can check on them a couple times a day and dont see any blood I have a god feeling theyll chillout in a few days
just my guess from what ive seen in past
That’s too small.
the question is whether it would cause violence in the roo. I've explained that I intend to give them more room. They aren't going to be spending too much time outside in the winter of Blue Knob mountain, though. So, I don't see the harm, unless it is causing this problem.
No more attacks. Maybe she challenged him? Other than a few feathers pulled, she seems fine....fingers crossed.As long as you can check on them a couple times a day and dont see any blood I have a god feeling theyll chillout in a few days
I have a feeling theyll be good to go for the winter! I agree probably just testing each other lol, maybe he was trying to get frisky and she wasnt havin it
