We lost our Stevie. They were our hen turned rooster. This kind of change happens when a flock loses its rooster for whatever reason. It is a huge sacrifice for the hen. It cuts years off their life, Stevie was fairly young for the retired chicken world.
I am always stunned when I hear people diminish chickens calling them stupid or worthless. They are so much more than we give them credit for. I have seen a rooster run out in the yard to draw a hawk away from his girls. Willing to sacrifice himself for the flock. Chickens are brave and selfless.
Stevie went peacefully in their sleep, and not alone. The remainder of my flock each have a place they like to roost but last night one of my hens spent the night with them, stayed with to the end.
Chickens are smart, kind, and they care for each other. I will miss Stevie.
May you always have someone willing to stay with you when you are most in need.
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