Rooster ambush

[Pork Pie]

Hi everyone,

I have had a rooster for over 4 months and he has always been aloof, and certainly not aggressive. In the past two days he has decided that i am fair game for being ambushed. He only attacks me when from behind (i.e. when i have not spotted him) and jumps in with feet a good pecking. Is there any means by which i can deter this behaviour? Any thoughts welcome!!
Many thanks

Here is the culprit!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to BYC. He is a beautiful rooster but, there is NEVER a good reason to keep a BAD rooster. Too many worthwhile roos desperate for good homes before they end on the dinner table. Due to so many HOA & town restrictions roosters keep getting the boot. Once they start attacking humans or brutalizing hens, they really do need to swim with noodles in a bowl of chicken soup.

My friends 'silkie roo ( 5 years old) decided to spur her leg one day and despite the damage she kept making it sound like it was HER fault rather than him. She got deep punctures and wouldn't even go in for tetanus shot. She has had him and others as house pets - so he was quite used to her and hadn't caused trouble before.. Who knows
why roos turn to the dark side? I wouldn't give him another chance.

 

[RedJungleFowl]

Show him who boss! And by doing so chase him next time and act like how another rooster would act to show it.

 

[Pork Pie]

Many thanks to you both for your replies,

I have tried chasing him etc to show dominance but he just comes back for more! (when my back is turned, of course)

I am inclined to agree with drumstick diva and i plan for this to be his last night under the African stars. Tomorrow he will be in the pot!


Thanks to you both and all the best from Kenya!

 

[Folly's place]

Good decision! Mary

 

[enola]

I vote for showing him who is the boss by introducing him to Mr. Axe.

 

[keesmom]

I am inclined to agree with drumstick diva and i plan for this to be his last night under the African stars. Tomorrow he will be in the pot!

Excellent plan.

Do you have a recipe planned for him yet? Any African recipes you would care to share?

 

[ChickN'ChaseR]

I still have a 6 inch scar from my little "Oddball" We raised the little fellow from hatchday, I hated the thought of killing him. I do know that he only progressed from bad to worse, me being kind and giving him treats, using full battle gear sword and shield in egg collecting and the husband by showing him dominance. Eventually he escaped his prison, and attempted to come into the house via doggie entrance to attack our chicken sitter while we were gone. He had to be dispatched by hired hit man. I do not recommend waiting a single day after my experience, people shouldn't be endangered by a senseless and savage rooster.

 

[Pork Pie]

Thanks to all for your comments. Today is D day and i certainly feel that i have made the right decision.
Re: African recipes - actually i was thinking of going a bit Spanish and making a sauce with tomatoes, onions, garlic, paprika and chorizo, then adding the bird after he has been poached for a few hours. Not very African at all I'm afraid!

As for "Oddball" - what a nut case!! It certainly takes the pleasure out of raising chickens when one has to face the constant threat of injury! My flock will be roosterless for a couple of months which will impress my wife as she hates the crowing on a morning

 

[aart]

Thanks to all for your comments. Today is D day and i certainly feel that i have made the right decision.
Re: African recipes - actually i was thinking of going a bit Spanish and making a sauce with tomatoes, onions, garlic, paprika and chorizo, then adding the bird after he has been poached for a few hours. Not very African at all I'm afraid!

Let the cleaned carcass rest in the fridge for 2-3 days before cooking...it'll be more tender.
The meanest roosters are the most delicious ones!