Rehoming roosters

[FC16]

If you have Facebook, a lot of places have local groups for chickens where you can post pictures. Has worked a lot for me

 

[OregonPortland]

Thank you. I’ve joined many groups and it was heart breaking to see all the roosters in need of homes and also being killed so I am taking a break from those pages because they are so sad.

 

[OregonPortland]

I agree with craigslist being a good idea. I use it often to rehome birds. Just be careful with your ad, I recommend not posting your phone number. if somebody just asks “do you still have this” or “do you still have it”without specifying what it is you have, then ignore them. These are phishing scams usually. If people are truly interested when they email you through craigslist then they should provide a phone number you can then contact them. Meet in a neutral place, like a gas station parking lot. Don’t let people have your home address.
When you make your ad post really gorgeous photos of the birds, different angles. If they are very friendly then emphasize this. If they are really good breeding stock, then emphasize this. I recommend not giving them away for free but asking for some nominal amount. Free stuff brings out all the crazies! Good luck in rehoming your boys.

Thank you for this advice. This is very helpful. I will try this. Is it reasonable to require a home visit?!

 

[LadiesAndJane]

Thank you for this advice. This is very helpful. I will try this. Is it reasonable to require a home visit?!

You are welcome! Home visit, probably not. I ask for photos of people’s set ups when they buy chicks from me. They are normally happy to do so.