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HELP!
My around one year old female is breathing through her butt, drinking a lot, not eating, limping, trembling, and has fluffy butt feathers. She did not lay yesterday or today. But still seems to be pooping fine. When I put her in a warm bath I could feel a small lump on the left side of her chest... -
I think my duck is a mutant...
A while ago I noticed my duck seemed to have an extra toenail growing from her middle toenail. I didn't think much of it at the time. But now she seems to have grown a small toe from beneath her middle toe with a toenail (see picture). Thoughts?? -
Bumble or sprain?
The middle toe on my female welsh was swollen from the middle part of the toe to just where it meets the leg. It also feels a bit warm. She limps the longer she is on it and seems to be fine otherwise. Is this bumble or just a sprain?! What should i do? -
Help! Limping duck!
My female duck is limping and pulling her foot up when she stands still. The leg feels a little hotter then the others. Upon examination, i could not find any cuts or sores and no swelling is evident. She is kept with her male and they are VERY closely bonded. I do not want to have to seperate...- bydhatch
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HELP!
My female duck is limping and pulling her foot up when she stands still. The leg feels a little hotter then the others. Upon examination, i could not find any cuts or sores and no swelling is evident. She is kept with her male and they are VERY closely bonded. I do not want to have to seperate... -
New Layer! HELP.
Hello. My almost seven month old welshie laid her first egg today! :D She is kept with my welsh male of the same age so how do i divide up who gets what food? How much food is too much for her (shes like a hoover right now, definitely plumped up)? Thoughts on oyster shells? And what else... -
Ducks & Temp changes in winter
Hello all! This is my first winter with ducks and I have a few questions regarding temp change. First off, does temp change still bother them as adults? Also, is bringing them inside (about 65 degrees Fahrenheit) when it's cooler outside (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit) bad for them? I bring them in... -
Gold or Silver Phase Welsh?
I have a 13 week old Welsh female (and male) that I do not know if they are gold or silver. I am curious to know and would appreciate any ideas you have! Thanks! -
Flight Quarters
Looking to order duck diapers from Flight Quarters. Has anyone ordered before and/or do you like Flight Quarters? Thanks. :) -
Best Duck Diapers?
Looking to order duck diapers and was wondering who is the best to order from? I have been considering SewSammi, Flight Quarters, and a few others. Shipping time isn't too important. I just want a decently priced, good quality product! :) -
When are WH's full grown??
Hello! I have two, five-week old, welsh ducklings. I am looking at purchasing adult diaper harnesses for them and was wondering when they are considered full grown (as in size, not feathering). Any ideas? Thanks bunches. -
Duck food and side effects?
This week we switched our two and a half week old ducklings to a different feed. We went from Manna Pro organic non-medicated started to Purina non-medicated start-n-grow (which has pre and pro biotics). We did it gradually a 3:1 ratio for a couple of days then to half and half. Since we did... -
Duck panting! Help!
I have two week and a half old welsh ducklings. I have a heat lamp over one end of their brooder and the temp is around 83. It seems someone is almost always panting! At first I thought it was just her but I believe it is him as well. There is no discharge and both are eating/drinking fine... -
Duckling Question!!!
Hello! I have two almost week old welsh harlequin ducklings. I have a few questions about duckling noises and behavior. 1) They seem to always be peeping, although it sounds happy, is this normal? 2) Is peeping while falling asleep normal? (Bonus point to anyone with the purpose! Haha!) 3)... -
The Duck Diaries.
I am not sure what topic to put my "duck diary" under but "Ducks" does seem to make sense. Haha! I thought it would be neat to begin a thread to keep track of my growing welsh harlequin ducklings. I will post updates and pictures and you all are more than welcome to join in! Enjoy! -
Super Newbie Question!
Hi all! My ducklings arrived today and I had a question regarding imprinting! They are about 2-3 days old and I hope my two ducklings and my family and I can form a nice bond. I would love them to approach us and not hate being picked up eventually. My male is especially skittish at the moment... -
Duck harness from dog/cat?
Was wondering if I could use an adjustable dog/cat harness with the soft mesh straps for ducks?? Definitely want mine to adjust to it as youngsters and want to try to avoid purchasing specialty harnesses until they are full grown. Suggestions? Thanks bunches! -
New Ducklings!
Hello! Thanks to the help from you all my day-olds arrive in one week! Was wondering if anyone had any tips on the first few days with new ducklings? Also, when they arrive should I cuddle then right away :) or wait a bit due to shipping being stressful? I cannot wait! Thanks! -
Welsh Harlequin Ducks!
Hello all! Seriously looking into WH's! Would love to hear ALL about yours! Stories, characteristics, pros, cons, pics...bring it all!! Thanks! -
Newbie Here!
Hello! As I'm looking into getting a couple ducks I have a question regarding egg laying. Although it would not be my main purpose in ducks I am still very curious in case it could become an interest. How does the female know if the egg is fertile and when/if she will sit on it? I'm sorry if...