I have 4 pullets who will be reaching their maturity in another 3 weeks, so about 19 weeks old. They forage well, eat well, greet me easily, and are quick to put my little miniature poodle in her place if she gets too curious. They do occasionally fly over their fence to do a walk about where the grass is of course greener, but their easy to corral back into their yard. The problem, if it is one, is that instead of perching on their perches when they go in to roost, they all crowd together on a very narrow ledge along the wall. There is a vent where they perch so most of their poop goes out the vent, which is good on one hand. On the other hand, it's landing on top of the door to the nests. Not sure if they will eventually stop on their own or not. Or, if I should go ahead and block access to the ledge. Been considering getting another couple of more mature hens to show them how to chicken. If I do, I would like to do so soon, so they can settle in before these girls start laying. How's that for an excuse to add to the flock? lol
Any ideas, suggestions?
Any ideas, suggestions?