Would a rooster help?

[kproffer]

Yes, she does try to herd them. Unfortunately she is unclear about where to herd them to. If a bird gets out of the run, for example, she is as likely as not to chase the hen AWAY from the gate I am trying to get her to go into. She also seems morally opposed to seeing them in a nice, tight, calm little cluster, and plays a little game with them we call "bowling for chickens." She finds this hilarious and the chickens settle down quickly, so I let her live.

Hahaha our golden retriever likes chicken bowling too

 

[kproffer]

My rooster isn't any trouble. In fact, don't tell the hens, but I honestly like the roosters better. I don't know what I would do without my big guy.

I kind of want one just because they’re so beautiful!

 

[kproffer]

Wow lots to think about. Thanks for such a detailed answer. I’m leaning towards just expanding my run and keeping them penned or behind electric netting. If we happen to get a rogue rooster in a future batch of chicks we will see what happens

 

[aart]

Do people usually leave it stationary or move it around for better foraging?

Both, depends on the situation.