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post #1 of 16
2/14/12 at 6:47am
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We got three goslings from the feed store a couple weeks ago and (of course) they could give us almost no information about their breed. I know this store orders from Ideal Poultry, so that limits it a bit. Any suggestions would be SO appreciated. 

 

Gosling #1

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Since she is all yellow and has a sort of dip at the top of her beak, we are almost certain this one is a white chinese.

 

Gosling #2

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Her beak and feet are pink. Has a very light saddle. 

 

Gosling #3

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Beak is dark, but not solid brown. Feet are purple. Is much darker than #2. 

 

Here is a pic of all three from above handing out with our young pekins so you can see the difference in color:

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I have to say I LOVE these little gals (no idea on sex yet, just hopeful for girls). I've had ducks for years, but these goslings are SO much smarter and sweeter. They come when I call then and follow me around the yard.  #1 loves to crawl up in my lap and sleep. So sweet. 

 

Thanks again for any breed suggestions! 

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post #2 of 16
2/14/12 at 6:52am

Kerath's fiance here. Just wanted to add that #3 is kind of chompy. Pretty sure she would've swallowed my finger whole if it wasn't attached to my hand!

 

They are really cool, though. A lot of personality, even at such a young age. And I love that they do that "goose pose" (body tilted down, neck out and parallel with ground) already.  

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post #3 of 16
2/14/12 at 7:56am

1. White Chinese 

 

2. Embden? 

 

3. Can't really tell 

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post #4 of 16
2/14/12 at 8:23am



 

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Originally Posted by Kevin565 View Post

1. White Chinese 

 

2. Embden? 

 

3. Can't really tell 



 i kinda thought #2 looks like a saddleback pomeranian.

its a zoo here:

12 call duck....2 geese -1 female saddleback pom. ....1american buff.

10 peafowl chicks <3

2 bantam cochins....

5 silkie hens and 4 splash juvis....

6 goats.....2 ponies....3beef cows.

an african grey parrot....2 fish tanks...

6hermit crabs... 3 betas... a turtle

and some guineas (all ages)

 

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its a zoo here:

12 call duck....2 geese -1 female saddleback pom. ....1american buff.

10 peafowl chicks <3

2 bantam cochins....

5 silkie hens and 4 splash juvis....

6 goats.....2 ponies....3beef cows.

an african grey parrot....2 fish tanks...

6hermit crabs... 3 betas... a turtle

and some guineas (all ages)

 

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post #5 of 16
2/14/12 at 10:46am

I think #2 is a female Embden. Saddlebacks typically have black marks on their bills and/or feet. For comparison, here is Henri, my (female) grey saddleback sebastopol as a youngster.DSCN6357.JPG

the simple life ain't so simple.....

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the simple life ain't so simple.....

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post #6 of 16
2/14/12 at 10:47am

Could number 3 be a BROWN chinese? Very random pattern but I can't see the beak to tell for sure.


Edited by kimberly35042 - 2/14/12 at 10:55am

the simple life ain't so simple.....

www.kelleycreekfarms.com
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the simple life ain't so simple.....

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post #7 of 16
2/14/12 at 11:01am



 

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Originally Posted by kimberly35042 View Post

I think #2 is a female Embden. Saddlebacks typically have black marks on their bills and/or feet. For comparison, here is Henri, my (female) grey saddleback sebastopol as a youngster.DSCN6357.JPG



 oh i wasn't sure.

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so adorable. i can't wait till mine come in march 1st.

i ordered a buff american. and a saddleback from ideal

its a zoo here:

12 call duck....2 geese -1 female saddleback pom. ....1american buff.

10 peafowl chicks <3

2 bantam cochins....

5 silkie hens and 4 splash juvis....

6 goats.....2 ponies....3beef cows.

an african grey parrot....2 fish tanks...

6hermit crabs... 3 betas... a turtle

and some guineas (all ages)

 

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its a zoo here:

12 call duck....2 geese -1 female saddleback pom. ....1american buff.

10 peafowl chicks <3

2 bantam cochins....

5 silkie hens and 4 splash juvis....

6 goats.....2 ponies....3beef cows.

an african grey parrot....2 fish tanks...

6hermit crabs... 3 betas... a turtle

and some guineas (all ages)

 

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post #8 of 16
2/14/12 at 1:12pm

All I can say is I think i'm in love... love.gif

 

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Originally Posted by Kerath View Post

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We got three goslings from the feed store a couple weeks ago and (of course) they could give us almost no information about their breed. I know this store orders from Ideal Poultry, so that limits it a bit. Any suggestions would be SO appreciated. 

 

Gosling #1

DSC_0244.JPG

 

Since she is all yellow and has a sort of dip at the top of her beak, we are almost certain this one is a white chinese.

 

Gosling #2

DSC_0235.JPG

 

Her beak and feet are pink. Has a very light saddle. 

 

Gosling #3

DSC_0243.JPG

 

Beak is dark, but not solid brown. Feet are purple. Is much darker than #2. 

 

Here is a pic of all three from above handing out with our young pekins so you can see the difference in color:

DSC_0227.JPG

 

 

I have to say I LOVE these little gals (no idea on sex yet, just hopeful for girls). I've had ducks for years, but these goslings are SO much smarter and sweeter. They come when I call then and follow me around the yard.  #1 loves to crawl up in my lap and sleep. So sweet. 

 

Thanks again for any breed suggestions! 



 

Living in the Beautiful Mountains of Western N.C.. with 16 chickens= EE's, Game, Cochin bantams,Light Brahma,  13Muscovy ducks, 1Embden Gander,1 Toulouse goose, 3 mini Dachshunds, 1 mixed breed, pond goldfish,  and a wonderful Husband who makes it all possible..♥

 



 

~~http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jYLTn4fKYQ~~

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Living in the Beautiful Mountains of Western N.C.. with 16 chickens= EE's, Game, Cochin bantams,Light Brahma,  13Muscovy ducks, 1Embden Gander,1 Toulouse goose, 3 mini Dachshunds, 1 mixed breed, pond goldfish,  and a wonderful Husband who makes it all possible..♥

 



 

~~http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jYLTn4fKYQ~~

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post #9 of 16
2/14/12 at 1:17pm
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Here is another pic. You may be able to get a better look at #3's beak here....

 

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They were TOTALLY filthy when we brought them home from the feed store so their first stop was a warm bath in the sink!

Just bought the farm! 

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Just bought the farm! 

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post #10 of 16
2/14/12 at 1:51pm

droolin.gif  Your babies are so cute!  I can't wait for mine to hatch!!

My menagerie includes 5 horses, 3 dogs, 4 cats, 32 geese (dewlap toulouse & african) and 10 ducks (muscovy, ancona, cayuga & silver appleyard).

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Spirit's story: http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/725035/spirit-the-amazing-grey-dewlap-toulouse-gander/
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My menagerie includes 5 horses, 3 dogs, 4 cats, 32 geese (dewlap toulouse & african) and 10 ducks (muscovy, ancona, cayuga & silver appleyard).

NPIP Certified- #UT-179

Spirit's story: http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/725035/spirit-the-amazing-grey-dewlap-toulouse-gander/
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