Great analogy!It’s like a school dance, girls on one side, boy on the other
It actually looking good, I’ve only introduced pullets to hens, and it’s NOT that smooth!
and wow, pullets to hens is more aggressive? Never would’ve thought that.
Well my hens were, beat the snot out of the 2 pullets I added last year. Took 2-3 weeks to get them to cohabitate the same space without interventionGreat analogy!
That's looking good. They do seem a bit shy, but give them time.
Oh no fun at all for you. Glad it finally worked out.Well my hens were, beat the snot out of the 2 pullets I added last year. Took 2-3 weeks to get them to cohabitate the same space without intervention
Thank you, almost time to roost. Hope it goes smoothly.
Do hens typically roost by the rooster after getting used to things or will he claim the entire area for good?
That is hysterical! He found his new home with you and took up residence in no time. I have never integrated a rooster of that age, but I would imagine as they get used to each other and start to establish hierarchy they all will roost together. This looks like a good start. He will earn their respect by being a good boy (hopefully) and you'll start to see the girls engage and even preen him once they have accepted him as their flock leader.He was the first one in! Established his place and the ladies are as far away as they can possibly be
Thanks for the kind words. It can be tough watching the gals adjust but I guess I don’t speak chicken. Haha. My head hen was assaulted this morning but she accepted after a small chase. Then they all went back to the coop until I came out. They’re all back and forth but I’m sure it could be worse. We are getting used to his crow and at least it’s not alll day long! We are calling him RalphieThat is hysterical! He found his new home with you and took up residence in no time. I have never integrated a rooster of that age, but I would imagine as they get used to each other and start to establish hierarchy they all will roost together. This looks like a good start. He will earn their respect by being a good boy (hopefully) and you'll start to see the girls engage and even preen him once they have accepted him as their flock leader.
I think this is such a sweet ending. An abandoned handsome rooster, forced to go in search of a new home and choose your farm and you answered the door and actually let him in! A lot of people wouldn't even try. He chose well. I hope it continues to go well and he behaves for you and the ladies.
You'll get used to the crowing (hopefully). I love my roosters crows and can tell them all apart. I even crack my window on cold mornings when I get up in the dark so I can hear them.
Have you named him? If not, I think he needs a name
