Separating hens from larger flock to join a lonely rooster

[BlueCreek]

Hello all, I'm glad to join the group! I think I have an unusual situation because I cannot find any discussions, so I'm seeking advice. I have one large hen house containing one Cochin rooster and 8 hens of different breeds. I also have a chicken tractor with one lonely Cochin rooster because both of his hens died unrelated deaths over the past several weeks. I understand that I should not move the lonely rooster to the big coop because there is already a rooster there and that would cause fighting. Should I move 2 hens from the flock of 8 to the chicken tractor with the lonely rooster? If so, which hens should I choose, and how is the best way to make the transfer. Any other suggestions? I would appreciate your feedback. Thanks!

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to explore and hang out. Do you have a pen close or way to intrude him to others ?
One where they or him cannot get hurt for a few weeks.

 

[BlueCreek]

I don't have a separate pen other than the chicken tractor. That's why I thought I should select some hens and take them to him. The best I have is a large dog crate. So, the hens won't like just putting them in with him?

 

[Nomadicus]

Hello and Welcome to Backyard Chickens. Glad to have you in this fun and poultry loving community.

 

[muddy75]

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

I would pick two hens that you know are friends with each other and preferably are not two that routinely hang around with your current rooster. That way you aren't taking his favorites and you'll be putting two hens in with the second rooster who already get along so hopefully they'll form a happy little flock.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

@DobieLover has given you some great advice above on your rooster situation. Best wishes with your flock and welcome to ours!

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC. I'm sure he will appreciate hens of his own.

 

[Kenneth Zweerink]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens, And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska! The Best of Luck with your Chickens!

 

[N F C]

Good advice from @DobieLover...good luck!