Where did they come from???

[KettermanHillCoop]

They don't "seek" her out or anything...but if she walks by, they give her a shot... Or, if they happen upon her they'll give her a shot. But they don't "hunt" her...

 

[21hens-incharge]

That sure sounds like she is bottom girl.

In every flock someone has to be bottom.
I would make sure she is not being run off the food dish by keeping a couple full.

 

[KettermanHillCoop]

That sure sounds like she is bottom girl.

In every flock someone has to be bottom.
I would make sure she is not being run off the food dish by keeping a couple full.

Maybe build a "sister-coop" right next door like an in-law abode? Together...but separate... Jeesh, I went through all of this to save them...and it's upsetting that Bashful is getting thumped on now... :'(

 

[rjohns39]

They don't "seek" her out or anything...but if she walks by, they give her a shot... Or, if they happen upon her they'll give her a shot. But they don't "hunt" her...

I agree with 21hens, it sounds like pecking order. As long as there's no blood and she has access to food and water, it'll be fine. I use multiple food dishes and waterers so everyone can eat in peace. And it's what they do.

 

[21hens-incharge]

In my large flock there are the occasional "Hey! That is mine!" pecks. I try not to worry about it unless I see relentless chasing or pecking directed at just one.

Now then if I find I have one hen that is being obnoxiously pecky to others I do remove her.

 

[KettermanHillCoop]

I'll do the multiple feeders and waterers right away until I can do some expansion work this weekend.

 

[WVduckchick]

Also in a new setting, the whole order could change!
I agree, as long as you don't see any big wounds, they tend to work these things out on their own.
Coop looks great, by the way! Modifications are almost endless, you'll learn as you go.

 

[KettermanHillCoop]

Good news, no wounds! Must be just an Alpha / Omega situation. I just feel bad for Bashful... I held her after work rocking her like a baby.... her little eyes closed.

 

[Sassysouth]

Good news, no wounds! Must be just an Alpha / Omega situation. I just feel bad for Bashful... I held her after work rocking her like a baby.... her little eyes closed.

Sweet baby!!!

 

[AllenK RGV]

Good news, no wounds! Must be just an Alpha / Omega situation. I just feel bad for Bashful... I held her after work rocking her like a baby.... her little eyes closed.

Great news! I hate to be all doom and gloomy! I try to plan for the worst so I'm prepared for it.