Little Hennies Make the Move

All of the Little Hennies have now moved to the Big Hen House. We moved 4 of them each of the last 4 nights. Our plan was to keep all the Chickens in the yard of that House for a couple of weeks. This would permit them to settle in, getting to know their new house and yard, getting to know their Big Sisters (and Brother), and getting them to develop their new social order (including who sleeps on which rung of which ladder).

All has gone well for the 36 Hens and 1 Rooster, generally. But this morning, we had a bit of a change in plans. Richard went about his daily routine early this morning and forgot to close the gate. So the Big Hennies (and their Rooster) were delighted to be outside. The Little Hennies stayed in their yard, darting in and out of the tall plants so as not to disturb 2 or 3 of the crotchety Hens.

In the tranquility of the morning, Melanie just said: "The Little Hennies are all out in the yard, as a flock!" There they were, chasing bugs in the area of their previous home, the Wee Small House.

We decided today would be a slow day. Maybe we will just follow the Little Hennies about. We are pretty worn out from the events of the past few days. A rest day on the agenda is good.