On Monday, November 20, a pet mom shared a priceless video of her feathered friend that has captured hearts. In the clip, this hen named Ren can hardly believe her mother dared to stop petting her while the two were sitting together on the couch.
Ren’s reaction to the noticeable lack of pets she was getting from her is positively hilarious. You’ll never believe the sass and personality on this chicken!
@renthehousehenShe’s like “Where’d your hand go?” #indoorchicken #housechickens #petchickens #househens
Oh my goodness, Ren is such a treasure! This sweet hen loves to get affection from her mom, and purrs like a kitten while being pet. However, when her mom stops doling out these pets, Ren seems to have a few choice words for her mom in response. She’s simply too cute!
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Chickens, often underestimated for their social intelligence, can surprisingly form strong bonds with their human caregivers when kept as house pets. These feathered companions are not only known for their quirky personalities but also for their ability to recognize and respond to individual human faces.
Through regular interaction, gentle handling, and positive reinforcement, chickens can develop a trusting relationship with their human friends. Some may even seek out human companionship, displaying affectionate behaviors such as following their caregivers around, enjoying gentle strokes, and even engaging in vocal communication. The bond between humans and house pet chickens highlights the often overlooked emotional depth and social nature of these charming birds.
People in the comments are totally endeared by the precious noises Ren is making. “I never knew chickens purred… then she whimpers for more attention. Sweetheart,” said one TikTok user.
Other viewers, such as @angelaciciola, couldn’t help but share in the love for their feathered companions. “Chickens make THE BEST pets. My house chicken purrs the same way,” she commented.
There’s truly nothing better than giving your pets affection and feeling the vibrations of their purrs in return. We know that Ren’s mom, TikTok user @renthehousehen, loves when her sweet chicken asks for more pets!
