We have 14 hens and 4 roosters.

[Chicken lake lady]

Not at all.
I happen to love having them in my flock.

There is one small one that I would like to keep But I seem to be out voted these days.

 

[DobieLover]

There is one small one that I would like to keep But I seem to be out voted these days.

Compromise. Get rid of all but him and see how it works out and be willing to let him go if he turns out bad.

 

[orloffer]

Welcome to BYC, Chicken lake lady! There is so much to see, do, and learn here! I agree that your flock would be better off with just one rooster.

 

[N F C]

Someone wise once said 'chicken math includes subtraction as well as addition'. Hope the tips from the other greeters helps.

Best wishes!

 

[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us

 

[sourland]

Do we really need a rooster ??????

As others have said, absolutely not.

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello snd Welcome!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Eggscaping]

One of the hens either stays in the nesting box all day or stands in the corner with her head down all day. A couple of the young roosters just stand in the corner with their heads down also. Are they sick ?? Or scared ??

Welcome to BackYardChickens! So glad to have you here in our wonderful community of friendly, helpful, knowledgeable people!

 

[Isaac 0]

Hello, and welcome to BYC. Glad you decided to join.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hi and welcome to BYC! I agree with the others, you really don't need a rooster unless you want to eventually hatch chicks. But if you have your heart set on one, I would keep the mellowest fella. Good luck and have fun with your chickens!