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Sara and Jacob's presentation on solving rooster aggression as seen at the 2024 Backyard Chicken Summit. Be sure to check out the 2025 Backyard Chicken Summit!

When it comes to misunderstood animals, roosters may well be at the top of the list. All sorts of myths and bad advice have become widespread, leaving many keepers feeling as though they have no choice but to respond to them harshly, expel them from their flock, or avoid keeping them altogether. There is a strong perception within the community that they are ill-tempered, challenging, and simply not worth the hassle. Sadly, there is also a pervasive belief that the only way to engage with them is to be combative or aggressive oneself, in hopes of intimidating them into ‘good’ behavior. In truth, this is the worst approach, and is very likely to take what started as a misunderstanding and convert it into a serious and recurring issue. When this happens, it's always the bird that winds up being blamed and punished. These situations are then used as support that ‘roosters are mean’ and ‘you just can’t fix bad behavior’. Nothing could be further from the truth. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving relationship with your little yard dinosaur! Check out some of these resources! Helpful Links: Roovolution Website https://www.roovolution.org/ Rooster Allies Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/roosterallies Rooster "Aggression" Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TPsh44AIak Understanding and Responding to Rooster Behavior https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/28/understanding-responding-to-rooster-behaviour/?fbclid=IwAR3OOowD9cxlrbwRyCBmfCnzVm73_J4GEjYRrioiVxp0hGakW8czvxiw2QQ Keeping A Bachelor Rooster Flock https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/25/keeping-a-bachelor-rooster-flock/ If you need more tailored help with your rooster(s) don't hesitate to book a free consultation on our website https://www.roovolution.org/ , or join us on Facebook in the group Rooster Allies! If you’re interested in helping support the Roovolution, be sure to like and subscribe! . . . and check out our current selection of merchandise at https://www.roovolution.org/ And if you want to do even more. . . We do accept donations on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CLSC6UXLPT7FY We will never charge for the work we do, but instead rely solely on the generosity of others to move our mission forward. Furthermore, we are committed to directing all profits towards expanding our ability to help more roos. Let's change the world! #animallover , #rooster , #chooks , #chickenlife , #happychickens , #petchickens Chapters: 0:00 - Intro (Why Watch This Video?) 01:13 - What Actually Causes Aggression? 02:11 - Rooster Puberty 04:51 - Traditional "Wisdom" - MYTH #1 - Dominating Fixes Aggression 09:21 - We Have More Information Now! 12:29 - MYTH #2 - Some Roosters are Just MEAN and Can't be Fixed 15:48 - How to "Train" Roosters to be Nice 20:33 - Why Does "Tradition" Persist? 22:25 - What You Can Do (to make them calm and friendly) 32:23 - One Size Does Not Fit All - Roosters are Individuals 33:44 - You Are Not Alone! We Are Here to Help 35:30 - Closing

Just about everyone is familiar with the rooster "wing dance", and just about everyone knows they do this to flirt with hens or challenge rival roosters, but did you know that isn't the only thing this smooth move is used for? It's something they do just about any time they are bursting at the seams with big energy. It can be showing off, but it can also be a sign of tremendous joy, impatience, or even frustration. A lot of keepers see this and worry they are being challenged, but there are so many other possible explanations. This video is a series of shuffles our boys broke out just this morning, and what they were expressing with each one. All of these happened within a 30 minute time span. We see shuffle dances on a daily basis, but our boys have never had any desire to compete with us or make us submit. If your roo ever does this, especially if hormones have him extra wound up or he has always been sweet, please don't panic. It doesn't necessarily mean he is trying to "put you in your place", and he might even just be over the moon to see you. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving relationship with your little yard dinosaur! Check out some of these resources! Helpful Links: Roovolution Website https://www.roovolution.org/ Rooster Allies Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/roosterallies Rooster "Aggression" Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TPsh44AIak Understanding and Responding to Rooster Behavior https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/28/understanding-responding-to-rooster-behaviour/?fbclid=IwAR3OOowD9cxlrbwRyCBmfCnzVm73_J4GEjYRrioiVxp0hGakW8czvxiw2QQ Keeping A Bachelor Rooster Flock https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/25/keeping-a-bachelor-rooster-flock/ If you need more tailored help with your rooster(s) don't hesitate to book a free consultation on our website https://www.roovolution.org/ , or join us on Facebook in the group Rooster Allies! If you’re interested in helping support the Roovolution, be sure to like and subscribe! . . . and check out our current selection of merchandise at https://www.roovolution.org/ And if you want to do even more. . . We do accept donations on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CLSC6UXLPT7FY We will never charge for the work we do, but instead rely solely on the generosity of others to move our mission forward. Furthermore, we are committed to directing all profits towards expanding our ability to help more roos. Let's change the world! #animallover , #rooster , #chooks , #chickenlife , #happychickens , #petchickens

As strange as it might sound, we are so thrilled that Maelstrom is prone to panics and kicking. He has taught us so much about what drives this sort of behavior and has reassured so many other keepers that their challenging boys aren't bad eggs. So often, keepers are told that roosters who attack are aggressive, hopeless, and just plain mean. This boy does a great job proving that just because they get spooked or upset, it doesn't mean they dislike us or don't want to be close and loved. They react big, and it can definitely be upsetting in the moment, but doesn't have to be a burned bridge. Compassion, reassurance, and a bit of support in these moments are all that's needed to continue strengthening a positive and loving relationship. When it comes to misunderstood animals, roosters may well be at the top of the list. All sorts of myths and bad advice have become widespread, leaving many keepers feeling as though they have no choice but to respond to them harshly, expel them from their flock, or avoid keeping them altogether. There is a strong perception within the community that they are ill-tempered, challenging, and simply not worth the hassle. Sadly, there is also a pervasive belief that the only way to engage with them is to be combative or aggressive oneself, in hopes of intimidating them into ‘good’ behavior. In truth, this is the worst approach, and is very likely to take what started as a misunderstanding and convert it into a serious and recurring issue. When this happens, it's always the bird that winds up being blamed and punished. These situations are then used as support that ‘roosters are mean’ and ‘you just can’t fix bad behavior’. Nothing could be further from the truth. Whether you've got an adult roo with "aggressive" tendencies, a young rooster that suddenly "turned mean" or you want to be prepared when 'rooberty' hits your little angel, we'd love to help you create (or repair) a loving relationship with your little yard dinosaur! Check out some of these resources! Helpful Links: Roovolution Website https://www.roovolution.org/ Rooster Allies Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/roosterallies Rooster "Aggression" Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TPsh44AIak Understanding and Responding to Rooster Behavior https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/28/understanding-responding-to-rooster-behaviour/?fbclid=IwAR3OOowD9cxlrbwRyCBmfCnzVm73_J4GEjYRrioiVxp0hGakW8czvxiw2QQ Keeping A Bachelor Rooster Flock https://bitchinchickens.com/2022/04/25/keeping-a-bachelor-rooster-flock/ If you need more tailored help with your rooster(s) don't hesitate to book a free consultation on our website https://www.roovolution.org/ , or join us on Facebook in the group Rooster Allies! If you’re interested in helping support the Roovolution, be sure to like and subscribe! . . . and check out our current selection of merchandise at https://www.roovolution.org/ And if you want to do even more. . . We do accept donations on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CLSC6UXLPT7FY We will never charge for the work we do, but instead rely solely on the generosity of others to move our mission forward. Furthermore, we are committed to directing all profits towards expanding our ability to help more roos. Let's change the world! #animallover , #rooster , #chooks , #chickenlife , #happychickens , #petchickens