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Perfect Homemade Duck Feed
What would be a good mix of options for my ducks? I would prefer a homemade feed. I just want to be able to buy ingredients organically, mix them and feed to my ducks, such as grains, seeds, etc. Or as you suggested, BOSS. -
Duck Keeping Laws
But these are for chickens, not ducks. And my county/shall town isn't listed. -
Perfect Homemade Duck Feed
Would I have to supplement feed for a duck that is known for mostly foraging? And can I feed ducks crushed seeds? -
Chicken vs. Duck Eggs
I was just wondering which is healthier. I've heard that duck eggs are more nutritious that that of a chicken, but if you feed a pastured, free range chicken a proper homemade diet, could they be healthier than any pastured, free range duck egg that mostly forages? The recipe of feed for the...- Shellscom
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Duck Keeping Laws
Hi I'm just wondering if I an allowed to keep pastured, free range, ducks in Southeast wisconsin, in a typical residential backyard, with neighbors. Any help or direction is greatly appreciated. -
Perfect Homemade Duck Feed
Do any of you have any more tips? It's well appreciated. -
Best Breed Type
Thanks for the suggestions! I'll look into mallard ducks right now! -
How to Protect Free-Range/Pastured Ducks
Awesome article. Thanks! Also I'm looking for ways to protect the ducks during the day, so any suggestions? Finally, how do I train my flock not to enter my neighbors yard without building an entire fence? Could I just put up a little wire fence and train then to stay within those boundaries? -
Best Breed Type
I'm looking for the best breed of duck for my circumstance. I live in a location where we can get -30 up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and as low as -50 wind chill with lots of snow. I would like a consistent layer, through the winter, and I would want one that lays until an older age/for a longer... -
Perfect Homemade Duck Feed
I want to avoid using commercial feed, but if it's needed for supplement, I'll use some. I want to give them fresh veggies and greens, grain and seeds, and some protein sources such as small fish or meal worms over the winter. Let me know if I cannot use some of those. Also can I feed crushed seeds? -
How to Protect Free-Range/Pastured Ducks
Would you suggest reinforced chicken wire? I read up that predators can still get in. I may also try elevating it. Any other suggestions would be appreciated. I do want to avoid using fencing, except for limiting their free range space to our yard. -
How to Protect Free-Range/Pastured Ducks
Yes of course it helps! Now how do I protect them during the day when they are free-ranging or swimming in a small pool? Our neighbors on both sides have dogs, and I'm worried about other predators. I'll probably keep a constant eye on them, but sometimes I'll be too busy to do such. Thanks for... -
Perfect Homemade Duck Feed
Once again, I'm new to this website, so forgive me for my mistakes. I know that ducks mostly forage for food, but what should I add to their diet? I'm planning on raising them for eggs, so I would like them to have the most nutritious/healthiest eggs possible. I read up that feed mostly... -
How to Protect Free-Range/Pastured Ducks
First off I'm new to this website, so let me know if I'm doing anything wrong. I was wondering on how to protect my ducks, because I'm worried about them bring eaten by predators like raccoons, foxes, dogs, hawks, etc. I've tried looking on the Internet, but couldn't find much of help for my...