gal5150
Songster
Hi all, new to BYC and new to ducks! I'm a clinical psychologist and mom to two special needs girls, 7 & 9. We are looking to get 3 ducklings from Metzer in April....2 ducks, 1 drake. Not looking to hatch, but eggs would be nice and the male to female ration seems prudent given my research. We currently live in a rural suburb and will be moving to land in the next year or two and starting a therapeutic farm. I'm looking for duck breeds that would be good for that end goal.....therapy. I don't intend to try to make them lap ducks, but rather low stress socialization opportunities.....reading to them, hand feeding, petting would be ideal. Due to current living situations as well as sensory issues for potential clients, a fairly quiet breed would be great. I've narrowed it down to Cayuga and WH. Can anyone give me feedback on whether these breeds seem to fit the "bill"....pun intended! I'm also considering a mix, drake of one breed and the 2 ducks of the other... Thoughts? Which ladies are quieter? Which breed drake would be quietest? Personality and temperament? I'm excited to hear your thoughts!
Sarah
Sarah