Well, she has recovered this morning. I went out before dawn, brought
her out while the young roos were still drowsy. I have placed her in a
largish rabbit hutch that has a secluded nest box at the end. Put out
treats and food and water, and she made herself right at home. Seems
very happy to be in a protected space. I could have kept the little
roos in their run, but in an enclosed space they start to go after each
other, so despite the fact that they are the "offenders" she is the one
who is closed in. Once I make sure she is okay, I'll let her have the
closed run - 6 by 8 feet a-frame - to herself till after we make the
upcoming move. Sara
> Sounds like she was hurt from rough handling by too many roosters.
> That can break an egg in her so I'd get her somewhere safe where she
> will be happy or lock up the cockerels/roosters, and let her be out.
> Look her over and see if in their hormone crazed state if they beat
> her up too. Poor pullet. I'd put her in a quiet place tonight, (I
> bring mine in in a large box with an oven rack for a cover, with food
> and water, and treats. with b vitamins and poultry vitamins in water
> for stress). Did she get to eat today? Was her crop full? Often
> cockerels will jump pullets when they try to eat and drink.
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