- Aug 2, 2010
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i got 2 new pullets and introduced them to my existing flock 4 days ago. everything seems fine, the older pullet is very comfortable, but the yonger girl is a little skittish, hides in nesting box sometimes, but things seem to be doing better. my rooster is actually the one that picks on her a bit, dont know if it is because shes not mature so he has no interest in her? id like to let them out to range but i have been keeping them in until everyone was settled. these two pullets have not free ranged before, but if i let everyone out can i expect them to stick with the flock and come back in to roost at night? i never have issues with my original crew but im just wondering if it is too soon to let them out and expect the newbies to come back too...