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I think I found the problem. They did eat their feed out of a bowl I sat outside the coop. Someone mentioned smells. I found a spot on the coop floor where my husband spilt some oil when he was doing some yard work. I believe that was it. I cleaned the spot and moved the containers. They ate and...

Ill try the hold back method. Not sure how many days I should wait? Does that also include not letting them out to forage?

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When I put them on the ground they freak out and run like crazy. We did the 5 gallon bucket with the large bowl attached to the bottom hanging low to the ground. No ordors. We bought everything brand new and cleaned out before using with hit water only.

Okay, going on day three of the ducks not using the new containers. Ive tried putting their favorite treats in them. No dice. Ive put their faces up to them. They have not eaten their feed for three days now. Im afraid to let it go longer but dont want to give them feed anywhere else, either...

Thanks! Ill give that a try. We went from wide open containers to hanging containers to try and control some of the waste and mess. Ive made sure they can still get their entire bill in the water. Ill try and put some peas in the containers to encourage them to use. Thanks again!

I have 5 week old Pekin ducks. Two days ago I set up their food and water in different containers. They wont touch it! I introduced all of them to the new containers but no go. As soon as I let them out they run to the pond and drink like crazy. They also eat their treats while Im training them...