Chelsa'sChicks
Songster
- Aug 16, 2017
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I recently received a free Buff Orpington rooster because he was supposed to be a hen, and my rooster had died defending the ladies. My question is why I never see this rooster mating with the hens? My old rooster used to do this all the time. I'm just concerned he is too shy/submissive and friendly to the hens and I wonder if he will be able to be a good protective rooster? He does puff out his feathers and dance circles around the hens, but other then that he is extremely friendly. He is THE first of the flock to see me and come running up to me for treats (before I can even call them over) and standing at my feet. I'm assuming his age has something to do with it.. He is 5 months old now. Full grown physically, adjusted extremely well to all the hens (within 10 min when first introduced), does a scratchy puberty sounding cock-a-doodle-doo, and is just starting to grow out beautiful tail feathers. Will he eventually become more protective? I am really hoping he is still maturing, but am not 100% sure as I have never owned this breed before. He also stuffs his little face as much as the hens... roosters that I have known do not do this so they can keep a watchful eye of predators. I only saw my last rooster eat twice within a 5 month period.
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