Stray Rooster

[KimbosKluckers]

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!

Great analogy! and wow, pullets to hens is more aggressive? Never would’ve thought that.

 

[tlcmurphy]

Great analogy! 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 intervention

 

[Lacy Duckwing]

Just a couple more short videos. Everyone is chilling out a bit more.

That's looking good. They do seem a bit shy, but give them time.

 

[KimbosKluckers]

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

Oh no fun at all for you. Glad it finally worked out.

That's looking good. They do seem a bit shy, but give them time.

Thank you, almost time to roost. Hope it goes smoothly.

 

[KimbosKluckers]

He was the first one in! Established his place and the ladies are as far away as they can possibly be Do hens typically roost by the rooster after getting used to things or will he claim the entire area for good?

 

[Strawberry74]

He was the first one in! Established his place and the ladies are as far away as they can possibly be Do hens typically roost by the rooster after getting used to things or will he claim the entire area for good? View attachment 4239362

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.

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