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We provide a loving forever home to 22 rescued chickens, including 16 hens and 6 roosters. We hope you'll enjoy meeting them below!
The Ladies
Sophie
Sophie is a big lady who knows what she wants, and goes to get it. She's the mother hen of the group - and has been with us since day one. Sophie is always first to the food, she LOVES blueberries and any fruit. She also loves to inspect anything you might have in your hands. She's bold and confident, always leading the fock! She loves coming up on the deck to explore what we're up to.
Alma
Alma was surrendered to Secondhand Stories in November 2022. At 5 months old she was living in a tiny coop, covered in lice, and are still learning what dust baths and perching are. She got her name from one of the bravest most rebellious Handmaids' Tale character. Alma has a chip in her beak that makes her permanently have a "oops" face that we absolutely adore.
Suzie
Suzie is a 2 year old hen who found a family with her new flock. 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 she will do ANYTHING for strawberries.
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. She is a tiny powerhouse who will back up Etta in any scuffle and a true BFF.
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. She's the quietest of the ladies and prefers to wander off in search of bugs by herself. If she could be a Disney princess she'd 100% be Belle.
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. Etta is a great jumper and once flew over the fence ONTO the Veg Club's coop!!!
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 5-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 6-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
Ari
Ari is a sweet 1-year-old hen who joined the sanctuary in March 2025. She is an absolute precious baby who adores being social with humans, eating blueberries, and scooping her food out of her bowl to make a mess.
Bubba
Bubba joined the Secondhand Stories family in May 2025 and has quickly become one of the stars of our sanctuary. She has a big voice and a lot to say. Her bold and confident personality are evident as she struts her way around the house and backyard. If there’s a treat nearby, she’ll find it! She’s a big fan of taking dust baths under the deck and sharing sunflower seeds with the local chipmunk population
Eggie
Eggie is a four-and-a-half-year-old Black Sex Link hen who joined our family in July 2025. Her feathers are a beautiful iridescent black that look purple or green in the sunlight. Eggie was the sole remaining hen in her former flock, and we happily welcomed her to the sanctuary. She is a total sweetheart who enjoys being held and companionship in all its forms - whether from humans or chickens alike. She spends her days being courted by Ezra while her new sisters, Gunta, Ari & Bubba forage nearby. Eggie loves blueberries the most and is always the first to bed!
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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.
Mocha, Oscar & Snowflake
Mocha
Mocha is truly the most beautiful chicken. She and her husband, Oscar, joined our family November 2023. She is the BIGGEST chicken we have, and although her heft would make you think she's a Cornish Cross, she's actually just a big ol lady. She has the softest feathers and enjoys dust baths, treats, and snuggling up next to Oscar at bedtime.
Oscar
Oscar is the sweetest boy! As a very young boy, Oscar had been attacked by older hens, and the back of his head was raw and featherless. He will never grow feathers there, and his eyes are much larger than normal roosters, as the skin healed quite tightly behind them. He is a lovely boy who enjoys his cuddle time each day. His feathers are beautiful, with black/blue/purple lights as well as copper streaks around his head. He and his wifey, Mocha, joined our family November 2023.
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Snowflake
This lovely senior hen came to us after her remaining siblings passed away. She’s embraced her new life with quiet dignity, and her soft grey feathers give her a truly precious look. Snowflake, as her name suggests, is one of a kind. She’s already shown her love of perching, enjoying watching everything happening around her. We’re so grateful for her companionship and happy to be part of a home again. She immediately showed her content on the first day she got to go outside, digging a nice big hole to dust bathe in. Snowflake is special in every way, and we can’t wait to see her unique personality shine.
Oats, Daisy, Emma & Ruthie
Oats
Oats is part of a group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She is one year old and loves to jump and explore. She's a wild child and is the living embodiment of Red Bull gives you wings.
Daisy
Daisy is part of a 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 a 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!
Ruthie
Ruthie is part of a group of hens who joined Secondhand Stories in September 2024. She's the darkest red hen. While she's young, she's a grandma at heart and enjoys a slower pace of life. She loves finding a sunny spot and stretching out, warming her feathers, before eating some snacks and taking a nap.
alumni
Over the years, Secondhand Stories has loved and lost some of our dearest companions.
Below, we pay tribute to these special souls.
