Rooster coming when called?

[Moxiechick]

We got a rooster last month, so that my girls would be protected while free ranging. I talk to my birds all the time, frequently addressing them by name.

I've let them out a couple of times now. At one point each time, "Merlin" decided to wander over to the neighbors to check on their hens. Both times I called out "Merlin... what are you doing over there? Come back here and tend to your own girls!" (Or a variation to that effect!) Each time, he has stopped in his tracks, given me a thoughtful look for a moment, then he comes racing back at full speed!

I tell him what a good boy he is, and he seems pleased with himself.

Is this normal rooster behavior? I love this roo. He's good with the girls, peaceful to people and seems to have a good grasp of the English language! Seriously, the looks he gives sometimes and the noises he makes...

 

[stellacat]

I have know idea but that is awesome! I would love to have a rooster like that! What breed is he?

 

[Moxiechick]

He's an EE. I took some pics recently. I'll try to get them uploaded tomorrow. He's a picture from when he was still being quarantined.

 

[Chick Charm]

Be glad he listens. Maybe he thinks he's working it for you too. Never know. He is a rooster.

 

[RcknSAHM]

All of my hens coming running when they hear me approaching and if my youngest isnt out right away she does come out as soon as i call her name.

 

[Moxiechick]

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Lol! The hens come running when they hear me if they are in the run. So far, most of them seem to go selectively deaf when free ranging.

 

[Carols Clucks]

Your roo looks just like ours. He comes pretty quick too.

And a handful of grain for him and to share with his ladies encourages his behavior

And that is a good thing to have too!

 

[Carols Clucks]

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[gryeyes]

My dominant Roo, Carl (an EE) will come when I call him, but I think that's more timing on my part than obedience on his.

I think your boy is going to be a great Flock Master for you.

 

[Hoosierchickens]

I have a Speckled Sussex roo that is the friendliest chicken in my flock. He loves to be held by my kids and will talk your ear off. When you get a good roo it's great!