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runner-call crosses?

post #1 of 27
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we have been thinking about getting more ducks in the future, and we thought about getting a male call duck.  I'd like a call because they are so small and cute smile and we thought maybe we'd get all our girls a male.  I always worry that getting another big male would put too much stress on some of my girls, but i thought maybe a small little male would be easier for them to handle.  We also thought we might try to incubate eggs they lay wink

But i wonder what runner call crosses look like?  anyone seen one before?  Do they end up looking like regular small ducks in shape?  or do they keep their runner look appearence?  I wonder....   Could a male call even mate with a tall runner female?

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I'm Nettie, the inventor of the Poultry Shoe for Ducks, Chickens, Geese, and other fowl!  I also make all sorts of pet poultry supplies including: Open Tail and Closed Tail Diaper Harnesses, Walking Harnesses, Leashes, Cloth Washable Diaper Pads, even costumes. 

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post #2 of 27

Not sure how it would look. Be a good experiment to try to get bantam runners though lol. I'm sure that a call male would be able to mate with a small female runner, might6 be a little difficult though. Probably would be better if they were in a pool together.

Garrett
Proud 5th generation Conch and husband of Shadowhills Farms.
3 Conch Republic Gypsies, 1 Black Copper Maran,, 3 Pekin Ducks (1 adult, 2 ducklings), 2 Silkies, 1 Spalsh Maran Roo and a whole slew of chicks
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Garrett
Proud 5th generation Conch and husband of Shadowhills Farms.
3 Conch Republic Gypsies, 1 Black Copper Maran,, 3 Pekin Ducks (1 adult, 2 ducklings), 2 Silkies, 1 Spalsh Maran Roo and a whole slew of chicks
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post #3 of 27

I think Bantam Runners would be awesome!!

post #4 of 27

If you manage to hatch any, sign me up, I'll take a few!

Fine Welsh Cob sporthorses since 1992 with multiple championships; provisional judge for Welsh, member Arabian Horse Assn. Breeding and showing Call ducks. NPIP #1197, APA, ABA, IWBA; National Call Breeders of America Life Member and Master Exhibitor. Illinois Pullorum tester. Some Call duck hatching eggs available. PM for details!

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Fine Welsh Cob sporthorses since 1992 with multiple championships; provisional judge for Welsh, member Arabian Horse Assn. Breeding and showing Call ducks. NPIP #1197, APA, ABA, IWBA; National Call Breeders of America Life Member and Master Exhibitor. Illinois Pullorum tester. Some Call duck hatching eggs available. PM for details!

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post #5 of 27

Have I started a trend? lol

Garrett
Proud 5th generation Conch and husband of Shadowhills Farms.
3 Conch Republic Gypsies, 1 Black Copper Maran,, 3 Pekin Ducks (1 adult, 2 ducklings), 2 Silkies, 1 Spalsh Maran Roo and a whole slew of chicks
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Garrett
Proud 5th generation Conch and husband of Shadowhills Farms.
3 Conch Republic Gypsies, 1 Black Copper Maran,, 3 Pekin Ducks (1 adult, 2 ducklings), 2 Silkies, 1 Spalsh Maran Roo and a whole slew of chicks
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post #6 of 27

I say go for it! thumbsup I might try this also ( if I can get my hands on a runner hen idunno ). I do have some extra drakes I could use for breeding hmmmm

I raise Kazan tumbler pigeons, Old german owl pigeons, Homing pigeons, Dragoon pigeons d'Anver bantams, Silkies, Leghorn bantams, Easter eggers, Australorps, Call ducks, Embden geese and Coturnix quail. Soon I will also have Jumbo Ringneck Pheasants, Guinea Fowl, Naked neck chickens, and Chantecler chickens.Check out my website at: jcaviaries.yolasite.com
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I raise Kazan tumbler pigeons, Old german owl pigeons, Homing pigeons, Dragoon pigeons d'Anver bantams, Silkies, Leghorn bantams, Easter eggers, Australorps, Call ducks, Embden geese and Coturnix quail. Soon I will also have Jumbo Ringneck Pheasants, Guinea Fowl, Naked neck chickens, and Chantecler chickens.Check out my website at: jcaviaries.yolasite.com
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post #7 of 27

I want one!!!! Don't tell Conch that though LOL!!

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Proud Army Wife! Married to The King of Battle!
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Owner of 1 OEGB mix hen & 3 Cats
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post #8 of 27

You could give the call a ladder?
I would totally want one of the babies!  love

post #9 of 27

I am actually attempting that same cross but my runner is the drake!

post #10 of 27
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Originally Posted by bemba 

I am actually attempting that same cross but my runner is the drake!


I want first on the waiting list for bantam runners! I called it!

Fine Welsh Cob sporthorses since 1992 with multiple championships; provisional judge for Welsh, member Arabian Horse Assn. Breeding and showing Call ducks. NPIP #1197, APA, ABA, IWBA; National Call Breeders of America Life Member and Master Exhibitor. Illinois Pullorum tester. Some Call duck hatching eggs available. PM for details!

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Fine Welsh Cob sporthorses since 1992 with multiple championships; provisional judge for Welsh, member Arabian Horse Assn. Breeding and showing Call ducks. NPIP #1197, APA, ABA, IWBA; National Call Breeders of America Life Member and Master Exhibitor. Illinois Pullorum tester. Some Call duck hatching eggs available. PM for details!

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