mating
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Hi guys do you think my silky rooster can breed with these large hens
## Rooster Romance & Hatching Hope: Can Silky Breed with Larger Hens? A cluck-tastic question from /u/Several_Mechanic_708! You're wondering if your silky rooster's brief encounters with your larger hens could lead to egg-citing results – and whether incubation is worthwhile. While short mountings *can* indicate interest, success isn't guaranteed; size differences can sometimes impact fertilization. Given your silky hens sadly passed, cross-breeding is your current option. Incubation might be worth exploring, but monitor for signs of fertility (egg shape, thickness) before committing. It’s a bit of fowl play, but a potentially rewarding experiment! For those new to the hatching process, you might find our article, "URGENT!! Chickens hatching under broody hen," helpful in understanding best practices.
Rooster doesn't crow or mate hens?
## Rooster Blues: No Crowing, No Mating? Let's Investigate! So, your sweet little rooster isn’t quite living up to his roosterly duties? It’s a cluck-tastic conundrum! Many keepers face this situation – a rooster who's lost his crow and his mating mojo. /u/Ok-Shallot-7985 is experiencing just that with their 10-11 month old rooster, who initially crowed and fought but now seems to have gone quiet, despite still exhibiting protective behaviors towards his hens. A recent bout of sneezing adds another layer to the mystery. While he's still showing kindness and helping the hens, the lack of essential rooster functions is concerning. Could illness be the culprit? Let’s dive into potential causes and what you can do to troubleshoot this fowl play.
Is this just because of the rooster?
## Feather Loss at the Tail: Rooster Related or Something Else? So, your hens are sporting some bare spots at the base of their tails – a common concern! You suspect rooster activity, and you’re likely onto something. While "overuse" can definitely contribute to feather loss, it’s worthwhile to rule out other possibilities like parasites or nutritional deficiencies. With the recent rehoming of one of your roosters, things *should* calm down, and feathers often grow back given time – especially before winter sets in. However, don't chicken out of investigating further! Sometimes, even a single rooster can put pressure on the flock. Check out "Ginger, the Great Door Blocker" for a humorous look at chicken quirks and behaviors that can impact their well-being.