When Rooster Rivalry Turns Bloody What Can I Do?
Posted: Sun Feb 16, 2025 10:43 am
Hello everyone,
I never expected to have four roosters, but here we are. We started with five, but one mysteriously vanished a month agono signs of struggle, no blood, just gone. Now, at around 8 months old, the remaining roosters are beginning to show their true personalities, and its becoming a problem.
A week ago, our second-biggest roo, Tatlı, attacked one of the smaller ones, Thor. It was a minor wound, and after treating him, he seemed to bounce back. But today, it happened againonly this time, it was much worse. Blood on the walls, a nasty wound on Thors neck, and a clear sign that Tatlı isnt backing down.
For now, Ive separated Thor with our smallest roo, who isnt aggressive. But Tatlı has turned his attention to the little guy now, while still leaving the biggest one alone. I worry hell escalate even further.
Is there any way to curb Tatlıs aggression, or is rehoming the best option? Id love to keep them all, but not at the cost of their safety. Any advice?
I never expected to have four roosters, but here we are. We started with five, but one mysteriously vanished a month agono signs of struggle, no blood, just gone. Now, at around 8 months old, the remaining roosters are beginning to show their true personalities, and its becoming a problem.
A week ago, our second-biggest roo, Tatlı, attacked one of the smaller ones, Thor. It was a minor wound, and after treating him, he seemed to bounce back. But today, it happened againonly this time, it was much worse. Blood on the walls, a nasty wound on Thors neck, and a clear sign that Tatlı isnt backing down.
For now, Ive separated Thor with our smallest roo, who isnt aggressive. But Tatlı has turned his attention to the little guy now, while still leaving the biggest one alone. I worry hell escalate even further.
Is there any way to curb Tatlıs aggression, or is rehoming the best option? Id love to keep them all, but not at the cost of their safety. Any advice?