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We provide a loving forever home to 23 rescued chickens, including 14 hens and 9 roosters.
We hope you'll enjoy meeting them below!
Henry & The Ladies
Sophie
Sophie is a big lady who knows what she wants, and goes to get it. First to the food, she LOVES blueberries and any fruit. She also loves to inspect anything you might have in your hands.
Henry
Henry is an 6 year old semi-blind rooster who joined us from Big Sky Ranch when they closed in May 2023. He is the tiniest but mightiest rooster with lots to say! Henry overcame a bad case of scaley leg mites, fowl mites and bumble foot in his first weeks with us. Being the big man on campus that he is (jk - he's a small bantam mix) he knew he needed to heal up fast to join the flock. He now lives happily with Sophie & Alma, loving them ever after.
Alma
Alma and her two sisters were surrendered to Secondhand Stories in November 2022. At 5 months old they were living in a tiny coop, covered in lice, and are still learning what dust baths and perching are. These girls were slower to trust humans, and got their names from the bravest most rebellious Handmaids' Tale characters.
Alma is the sole surviving sister of the henmaids. Both of her sisters sadly passed away from reproductive issues.
Suzie
Suzie is an (almost) 2 year old hen who found a family with Henry, Alma, and Sophie. She spends her days following Alma around and monitoring the sanctuary from her playhouse. Suzie is slowly learning to trust humans and is eagerly working her way through a menu of treats to find out what her favourites are. Her personality is as big as her comb and we can’t wait to see her blossom over as she grows up with us!
Lottie
Lottie joined the Secondhand Stories family in November 2024 with her sisters Annie & Etta - also affectionately known as the Book Chicks. Lottie was named for a nod to author Charlotte McConaghy and it also means a strong, small woman. True to her name Lottie doesn’t want anyone to know she’s a small girl so she puts of a “tuff” exterior, always grabbing snacks and running off.
Annie
Annie joined the Secondhand Stories family in November 2024 with her sisters Lottie & Etta - also affectionately known as the Book Chicks. Annie was named for a nod to the female protagonist of the Magic Tree House adventures, some of my favourite books growing up. She is a timid gal who enjoys snacks of all kinds.
Etta
Etta joined the Secondhand Stories family in November 2024 with her sisters Lottie & Annie - also affectionately known as the Book Chicks. Etta was named for a nod to Henrietta - the name of a character from Ian Reid’s Foe. Etta has quickly settled into life with a big family and is often found snuggling up to Suzie at bedtime. She's got the softest coat and loves blueberries.
the big boys
Rolo
Rolo was adopted from the Montreal SPCA at five months old. He is an "easter egger" rooster. His former owners surrendered him, and his brother, because they weren't egg laying hens. Over the months Rolo and Hershey have bonded and now live happily in a "Bachelor Flock" - just the two of them! Rolo does a happy dance every morning when he gets to go out into the run to stretch his legs after an evening sleep on the perch.
Hershey
Hershey was adopted from the Montreal SPCA at five months old. He is an "easter egger" rooster. His former owners surrendered him, and his brother, because they weren't egg laying hens. Over the months Rolo and Hershey have bonded and now live their lives in a Bachelor Flock - just the two of them. He is in love with Rolo and would like very much do waddle off into the sunset with him).
EzrA & CO
Ezra
Ezra was adopted from the Montreal Humane Society as a young boy. He is four years old and absolutely loves his daily cuddles, and will even shove his head under elbows like a dog. He is sweet, funny, and a good caretaker of his ladies. He is full of energy and it is only when he is in loving human arms that he stops and just relaxes.
Gunta
Gunta is a 5-year-old Barred Rock breed who joins our family from Contented Clucks. She and her sister, Angie, first lived as backyard laying hens in the city. They have been very loved but through life’s ups and downs, they needed a new home and we couldn’t be happier to provide them with a loving sanctuary. Gunta is a shy girl but she is growing her confidence every day
VEG CLUB
Potato
Potato is a one-year-old Silkie Frizzle Rooster. He was rescued from abuse in November 2023 and has found a family with his adopted brothers, Chickpea & Tofu. Potato is a rambunctious little fella and enjoys crowing, dust bathing and finding snacks.
Chickpea
Chickpea is a baby silkie rooster who was surrendered to Secondhand Stories in 2024 for being too loud! True to his word, Chickpea is the chattiest rooster at the sanctuary and enjoys spending his days conversing with the other chickens. He adores blueberries and lettuce snacks and will bounce around excitedly when he knows the treats are nearby. Just like a chickpea this little man is big power in a small body!
Tofi
Tofu is a baby silkie rooster who was surrendered to Secondhand Stories in 2024 for being too loud! True to his word, Tofu spends his days chatting with his brother, Chickpea. He takes his job as blueberry tester very seriously and always makes sure to taste them before offering leftovers to Chickpea. This handsome guy enjoys looking through the window at the other flocks and dust bathing on sunny days.
Ellie & Penny
Ellie
Ellie was surrendered to us at 16 weeks old after his breeders could no longer care for him. As a blind rooster who walks funny he was picked on and ostracized by his siblings. He has his very own loft in one of the coops where he can live safely without worrying about bullies. He is the most affectionate of the chickens and enjoys human touch and company. He purrs (a trilling kind of chicken coo) when cuddled and loves being whispered to.
Penny
Penny joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She was surrendered because she has deformed legs and needs special care that her previous owners couldn't financially afford. She is such a sweet girl and loves perching on humans and trying to snuggle with Ellie.
Mocha & OScar & the #RODEO!
*We're infiltrating the inhumane rodeo hashtag with cute photos of chickens.
Mocha
Mocha is truly the most beautiful chicken. She and her husband, Oscar, joined our family November 2023.
Oscar
Oscar is the sweetest boy! He and his wifey, Mocha, joined our family November 2023.
Ruthie
Ruthie is part of the #RODEO group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and is very food motivated and curious!
Oats
Oats is part of the #RODEO group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and loves to jump and explore.
Daisy
Daisy is part of the #RODEO group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and is the "runt" of the girls, with lots of feathers missing - but we're working to help her have the best feathers around!
Emma
Emma is part of the #RODEO group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and is the most affectionate of the new hens, and made a point to perch on Liz the first night in the new home!
Olive
Olive is part of the #RODEO group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and loves to dig up a storm!