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post #411 of 437
2/15/12 at 3:31pm

That's craziness!  Lovely pics, btw.  Thanks :D

"I'd rather have a life 'oh wells' than a life of 'what ifs.' " - Anon.

 

Welsh Harlequins and Cayugas

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"I'd rather have a life 'oh wells' than a life of 'what ifs.' " - Anon.

 

Welsh Harlequins and Cayugas

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post #412 of 437
2/15/12 at 3:47pm

Beautiful birds, Happy Mountain.  droolin.gif  I ordered some WH hens for the spring, and those lovely ladies make me even more excited than I already was.

 

I went to TSC & spent way too much money on bigger waterers & automatic feeders today.  I have also started to collect materials for the March build of my duck compound.  All the guys on the property went from very skeptical to very enthusiastic in less than a year.  I feel blessed.  I was just going to get WHs & they asked me to order Cayugas, too.  They are sold on ducks.

I have 2 wonderful sons, 3 ducks (2 Anconas & 1 Buff), 4 laying hens, a Holland Lop bunny, and a big scaredy cat.  I am a Chef, Baker, Bluegrass "Musician" (I know, you can't do both) and artisan. 

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I have 2 wonderful sons, 3 ducks (2 Anconas & 1 Buff), 4 laying hens, a Holland Lop bunny, and a big scaredy cat.  I am a Chef, Baker, Bluegrass "Musician" (I know, you can't do both) and artisan. 

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post #413 of 437
2/15/12 at 3:53pm

Yep- once you get past the messy juvenile stage- ducks are so easy. And comical. And boy they can spit out eggs like there's no tomorrow! 

 

I just ordered some Saxony eggs- just for something different. Love the Cayugas too though.   

"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe

 

American Livestock Breeds Conservancy, Ameraucana Breeders Club

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"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe

 

American Livestock Breeds Conservancy, Ameraucana Breeders Club

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post #414 of 437
2/15/12 at 4:02pm

I agree.  I am not a huge fan of ducklings.  They are very cute, for about 2 days.  Or, even better, in other people's pictures. 

I love ducks though.  My Anconas are gorgeous, and I am excited to add to the flock. 

I am turning the old duck house into a brooder pen that abuts the duck compound.  I think that will make me like ducklings more.  I plan to keep them near us for a week or two so they get used to us, then move them to the outdoor brooder.

My BIL is an electrician & volunteer fireman, and is running electricity down to the new location.  We are adding a big pond area, rain barrels, and a forage garden. 

I have 2 wonderful sons, 3 ducks (2 Anconas & 1 Buff), 4 laying hens, a Holland Lop bunny, and a big scaredy cat.  I am a Chef, Baker, Bluegrass "Musician" (I know, you can't do both) and artisan. 

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I have 2 wonderful sons, 3 ducks (2 Anconas & 1 Buff), 4 laying hens, a Holland Lop bunny, and a big scaredy cat.  I am a Chef, Baker, Bluegrass "Musician" (I know, you can't do both) and artisan. 

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post #415 of 437
2/20/12 at 10:04am

 

Hi All!
 
I have an FYI about bill color and a question about SOP's of WH.
 
I recently received an email from Holderread's Farm answering my question about bill sexing WH ducklings.  Mr. Holderread has been breeding his WH to be closer to the British Standard for the past several years, which means there is less of a difference in bill colors between the ducklings.  He doesn't pay much attention to duckling bill color any longer.
 
I am intending to hatch occasional clutches for local 4-H'ers to show, so am curious about the differences between the American SOP and the British SOP.  Can anyone help me with this?
 
Thanks, 
 
Tahai

"I'd rather have a life 'oh wells' than a life of 'what ifs.' " - Anon.

 

Welsh Harlequins and Cayugas

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"I'd rather have a life 'oh wells' than a life of 'what ifs.' " - Anon.

 

Welsh Harlequins and Cayugas

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post #416 of 437
4/4/12 at 2:35pm

Hey everybody! 

 

I read on another thread that this one had a lot of info on it, so I started reading. (that took awhile, its a pretty long thread now). I learned a lot about the WH breed. Personally I'm hoping for some GWH's but I'd be happy with silver too. big_smile.png

 

I'm expecting my two-three ducklings in about six weeks. I'm so excited! I'm not sure how i'm going to find the patience to wait that long for them. barnie.gif

 

I'm actually suppose to go pick up three Silver Appleyard duckling tomorrow, as well. Thanks for all the helpful info!

Hey, I'm Sierra. I'm 18 years old, and I got into owning ducks when my mom decided she wanted to raise chickens; she was taking a look at the chicks at our local country store, but I was drooling over the ducklings instead!

Chocolate indian runner, ancona, swedish, and one whippet.

 

 

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Hey, I'm Sierra. I'm 18 years old, and I got into owning ducks when my mom decided she wanted to raise chickens; she was taking a look at the chicks at our local country store, but I was drooling over the ducklings instead!

Chocolate indian runner, ancona, swedish, and one whippet.

 

 

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post #417 of 437
4/4/12 at 7:46pm

I just sent in an order to fowl and my Welsh Harlequins will be shipped out on April 23rd.  Wanted a place to get a small order and not straight run.  I am so looking forward to them.  Hopefully they will be lovely!

 

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post #418 of 437
4/4/12 at 8:05pm
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I just sent in an order to fowl and my Welsh Harlequins will be shipped out on April 23rd.  Wanted a place to get a small order and not straight run.  I am so looking forward to them.  Hopefully they will be lovely!

 



Where did you order them from?

 

When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace. -Jimi Hendrix
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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace. -Jimi Hendrix
A Loving Family! Black Jersey Giants, Light Brahmas, Welsummers, Goats, Cows, 1 Piedmontese Bull, and a Horse
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post #419 of 437
4/5/12 at 8:21am

I believe Dbolak meant they were ordered from www.efowl.com  (fowl for short when typing.)smile.png

Hey, I'm Sierra. I'm 18 years old, and I got into owning ducks when my mom decided she wanted to raise chickens; she was taking a look at the chicks at our local country store, but I was drooling over the ducklings instead!

Chocolate indian runner, ancona, swedish, and one whippet.

 

 

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Hey, I'm Sierra. I'm 18 years old, and I got into owning ducks when my mom decided she wanted to raise chickens; she was taking a look at the chicks at our local country store, but I was drooling over the ducklings instead!

Chocolate indian runner, ancona, swedish, and one whippet.

 

 

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post #420 of 437
4/7/12 at 9:25am
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I believe Dbolak meant they were ordered from www.efowl.com  (fowl for short when typing.)smile.png



I got ya now :) Thanks

 

When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace. -Jimi Hendrix
A Loving Family! Black Jersey Giants, Light Brahmas, Welsummers, Goats, Cows, 1 Piedmontese Bull, and a Horse
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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace. -Jimi Hendrix
A Loving Family! Black Jersey Giants, Light Brahmas, Welsummers, Goats, Cows, 1 Piedmontese Bull, and a Horse
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