How to Minimize a Rooster's Noise

If your noisy rooster is waking you up, try to discourage its crowing by making simple changes to its coop that will keep it quieter. Start by blocking light so the rooster won’t react to porch lights, car headlights or street lights during the night, since roosters often crow when they see sudden light changes. For example, place shutters all the way around the rooster’s coop and block any cracks that let in light. To be effective, you’ll need to make sure to follow a routine of closing these shutters every night. Another way to keep your rooster quieter is to rig up a radio and play it softly all night to cover up outside noises your rooster might react to. Just be sure to play it low enough to avoid bothering the neighbors. For more tips, including how to use a rooster collar to reduce crowing, read on!