bennett Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Hi, New to the forum but need a bit of advice We have had 5 girls, 4 banties and 1 large fowl for about 8 weeks now and doing really well apart from the odd sniffle. We introduced 2 new hens last night putting them straight into the coop at dusk with the others and all ok. This morning my original brood decided to stay in the coop until about 10am when i shooed them all out. The Newbies seemed ok and the new pekin seems to be running with the others fine, however my RIR is now chasing my new hen (lisa) around the enclosure. Do i get involved ? Or do i just let them sort it out? How long will this go on for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CluckyBucks Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Hello there Im sure that they will sort it out within a few days, a few weeks max. Make sure they have access to water and food by putting extra down if neccessary. 'Pecking order' and all that Hope this helps xx xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 In theory it should work out but do keep an eye open for any injuries. One of my new girls had part of her comb pecked off by one of my old girls (after they'd been together about 5 weeks ). This has some useful tips . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 Did you have the two new ones in a pen close by first or are they brand new? If so it would be best to house them separately but within sight so they get used to each other then integrate them slowly If you did start out with them separate then you may need to take a step backwards in your introduction plan until everyone is a bit more at ease If the bullying isnt bad you can press on but be vigilent for any injuries or major problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 8, 2009 Share Posted October 8, 2009 I'd have done the introductions slowly, and used separate accommodation tbh. If they start to fight I'd separate them if there are any injuries, and then try the gradual approach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
