How Do I Tame My Hens?

Little Missy · #1 (**permalink**) 31-08-2009, 08:01 AM

I've just got my two new baby hens, who're about 17 weeks old.

I have a Bovan Goldline called Nutmeg and a Rhode Rock called Jenny.
So far Nutmeg is the most tame.

Has anybody got any tips on how to tame them?

Thanks,

Missy.

GTOTT · #2 (**permalink**) 01-09-2009, 09:26 PM

Hi i tame my birds which are all hand reared by giving them little treats. Like a small amount of corn or some green food or a small amount of boiled egg finely chopped. They will need some normal grit if you give them corn though.

Regards John

Cascara · #3 (**permalink**) 09-09-2009, 12:44 PM

Spend lots of time with them , just sit and read a book near them so they get to know you and that you are a friend. Feeding usually tames most things though

Little Missy · #4 (**permalink**) 09-09-2009, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Cascara

Spend lots of time with them , just sit and read a book near them so they get to know you and that you are a friend. Feeding usually tames most things though

Yeah, I've had one on my arm, like a bird of prey!

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