When to reintroduce my injured chicken

[Charlie_the_chicken]

Hi everyone! I'm brand new here and looking forward to getting and giving great advice!

A couple of weeks ago, my three month old chickens were attacked by an animal (best guess is fox). We are down three chickens and one was badly injured. Man, that guy is a champ! I really didn't think he was going to make it, but he's doing amazing. In fact, his injury is almost completely healed. His wound is almost completely closed, and his feathers cover it completely. Now he's getting antsy, totally letting us know at all hours that he's not happy still being inside.

So, here's my question: How should I reintroduce him back into the coop? I've read on other threads that you should do it by socializing next to each other, in an area separated by chicken wire. But, I only have the one run, so no separate areas are possible. What other options are there? Could I just stick him in there at night like you would with baby chicks?

Thanks for the help!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome aboard!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Sounds like a good idea to sneak him back in....You could also try it durning the day when you have time to watch them to make sure they don't start beating him up. Integrating is never easier no matter the age.
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[Charlie_the_chicken]

Welcome aboard!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Sounds like a good idea to sneak him back in....You could also try it durning the day when you have time to watch them to make sure they don't start beating him up. Integrating is never easier no matter the age.
This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

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Thanks so much! Perhaps I'll try daytime first, see how it goes...
Appreciate the video. I'll definitely check it out

 

[coach723]

Using a large wire dog crate is another option, or temporarily fencing a corner of your run.
Depends on your chickens, and you never know for sure how it's going to go. I would be cautious so that you don't end up with a re-injured bird. If you have more than one roo it can be much harder to reintegrate them.