Should I buy this rooster

[Hambone]

http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/grd/1273891278.html

I currently have six GC pullets about to start laying. I like the look of this roo but don't wan't to worry about my girls getting ruffed up. What would you do. I am new to chickens. Advise needed. Thanks.

 

[RachelFromTheBlackLagoon]

I think one rooster with six pullets would be just fine. I don't have roosters and I'm also a chicken newbie but I'm guessing that it would be just fine haha. Lots of help, I know

That is a really pretty bird, though!!!

 

[Kansaseq]

He's pretty. If you are worried about him being rough on your hens, why not ask the current owner how the roo is with his/her hens? You might not get an honest answer, but then again you might. Sometimes it's hard to tell whether or not a roo will be hard on the girls until you try it. You could always sell him if it doesn't work out.

 

[BluegrassSeramas]

Just get one you want to look at. You can write and ask about him. One roo with 6 hens is fine if they have enough space.
Make sure to quarantine him and dont get him if the facilities are not up to par.......

 

[Judy]

He should be about the same age as your pullets, and you will need to quarantine hm for a month. At that age, you are not likely going to be able to predict how rough he will be on them.

I wouldn't pay much. Many people give roos away if they feel the roo will not be Sunday supper. Check the BST for chickens section here.

 

[Schroeder]

How critical is it to quarantine a new roo? I have a fiesty cockerel with 11 20 week old pullets and I may need to get rid of him. If I add a calmer replacement roo my set up really would not allow 30 day quarantine. I know its best to avoid bringing in disease but how great a chance would I be taking?