His name is Samson, and with a name like that, he has no choice but to be strong, powerful, & brave. This week he proved his worth!
I was sitting on the couch with guests when I heard shrieks coming from outside I ran to the door and saw a glimpse of something flying across the yard. I ran out the door yelling, "A hawk! Kevin! A hawk!" The hawk was holding one of my hens and flying with her. Then our big rooster, Samson ran from somewhere in the yard and kicked the hen right out of his claws. The hawk flew on top of the post at the chicken pen and Samson spread his wings and ushered the hens and ducks under the fig tree. When the hawk saw me running towards the chicken pen he flew away.
I had never seen a rooster save a hen from an attacker and also protect the entire flock all in a split second. It was incredible! I turned to the farmer and screamed, "Did you see that?!" and he nodded and smiled. "Good rooster! Very good rooster!"
That's when we decided he needed a name and Samson seems like the perfect fit. Also - the hen he saved we decided to name her Delilah.
-Lady of the Farm
Do you have any heartwarming stories about your animals?
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