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    Web and Claw Farm/not a real farm but trying...

    Good morning, Introduction time. I am very new at all this. I inherited four hens and a rooster from the previous owners of the house I moved into in December. Now I have five more chicks and three ducklings. We will see how this all goes. I will keep posting updates. I am so glad I...
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    Grass clipping in the run or coup?

    My chickens love hunting through all the fresh clippings for bugs and such. They generally get a large pile spread out over the course of a day. I still leave areas for dust baths though.
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    Something I hadn't considered...the little duckling had discolored feet. She had white patches on her webbing and feet. Anyone seen anything like that before???
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    Thank you everyone for your concern. As a "new" mini-farmer I knew this would happen, and as a former 4Her (eons ago) I have experienced losing animals before. I already purchased two new ducklings to raise my flock to three ducks and five baby chicks. I was very picky at the store when...
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    Unfortunately, the little girl died today. I came home from work and she was gone. I know its part of being a small farmer, but it still was crappy to come home to today. This is a lesson in purchasing. I will not ever buy the first duck or chick the salesperson thrusts at me. I know what...
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    I purchased a mallard (which is the big bully) and a khaki Cambell. Both purchased from Grange Co-Op. They seem like a reputable store. I started the B Complex orally and in the water. Wasn't sure if she is getting enough through the water. She does seem more "feisty" tonight. Actually...
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    OK...you all are amazing! I got B complex liquid today. Only 20mg of Niacin per serving though...how much would you recommend I give directly to my little duckling? I mixed it in with all my new brood's water supply. 120mg of Niacin per gallon. Also...I isolated her because her companion...
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    I don't see any visible injuries. But I'm not a vet...unfortunately. I will look into the B complex vitamin. Do you have any recommendations? Also, I have separated her from the rest of my mini flock. I am hoping she will get better without the chicks running all around. She actually...
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    Duckling Splayed Leg?

    I just bought two ducklings. One (khaki cambell) seemed very young compared to the other. It is also having a hard time walking and instead kind of scoots around. I did some research and figured it might be splayed leg. I am currently using a band aid brace technique. However, I am...
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