Raising backyard chickens is a rewarding experience. You'll enjoy fresh eggs daily and be entertained by these charming, feathered friends. Chickens are generally docile and friendly, but if you have a rooster or two, you might notice your hens looking a bit worse for wear. Often, an aggressive rooster is the culprit. A rooster has two main purposes: mating and protecting his flock. Mating can cause bald patches and wounds on the hens' necks and backs. This might make you con