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The favorites are often the top egg producers, but I have to disagree with you on the pecking order part. Males actually prefer females that are lower on the pecking order because they are submissive and therefore easier to mount and breed. Sick and injured females also seem to be a main target...

If you do not trust chicken saddles, then the best option in my opinion would be to separate Andy. Over-breeding is a large stressor for chickens and when chickens are constantly stressed then their health can decline rapidly. It is better for Andy to not be with hens for the wellbeing of the...