Lost a further one but got 4 older ones to replace so now have 10. 8 Hens and 2 Cockerills... Just went out to check on them and found our FIRST EGG! We're so excited LOL!
On another note, seeing as we have 2 cockerills can anyone tell me whether I should keep both of them in with the girls, keep one separated from the rest or keep them both away from the girls until I decide to breed? I'm not keen on the idea of sending one to the pot and keeping the other, somehow its not fair so if I can keep them both and maybe make a bit of extra cash by breeding them then I'd be much happier. Any suggestions? Anybody with Maran hens need loan of a Cockerill or two?