This is my first time raising a cockerel with the intention of keeping him. I have read and carefully followed the advice of Beekissed and @BantyChooks and so far so good. My cream legbar cockerel is 22 weeks old and properly respectful towards me. He is also good to his ladies. He tidbits them all but only mates with the hens (not the young pullets) and doesn't cause them undo stress.
But I know he is still very young, and his behavior might change. I will continue to keep a close eye on him (and cull if necessary) but I was just wondering; at what age do you think you can accurately judge the temperament of a cockerel? Or do you have to wait until a year old or more to be sure?
Thanks in advance!
But I know he is still very young, and his behavior might change. I will continue to keep a close eye on him (and cull if necessary) but I was just wondering; at what age do you think you can accurately judge the temperament of a cockerel? Or do you have to wait until a year old or more to be sure?
Thanks in advance!
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