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What kind of nest was she setting in? How large of a hen is she? The only time I've had a hen break eggs was when she was huge. I have a hen that is the heaviest in the flock. A big Cuckoo Marans. She weighs more than the rooster at over 8 pounds. She crushed all but one egg during her...

Yes. In post #15. It doesn't work this way. Your best bet is to intentionally buy a cockerel chick and have him raised by older hens and a rooster. That will teach him manners and respect.

My rooster will be 6 years old next month. Still a turd. A big one.

Hello and welcome to BYC! :frow Glad you joined. Eek. Don't completely pin your hopes on this. This is my rooster and he's a turd. Each bird has their own personality within the various breeds. There are no guarantees.