Hi, again everyone! I have 3 ducks that are almost 7 weeks old. They were doing so well and now I have one that seems to be losing her appetite and seems lethargic. The other 2 are just fine and acting normal!! Last night I found bubbles in her poop. I know it was her because it's right where...
Hi, everyone! I was wondering if I need to supply my ducklings with food and water at night when I lock them up? I want to be sure they are secure for the night but don't want to put their water and food in their pen with them if I don't have to. Thanks for any help you can give me!!!
Hi, I live in Central Arizona. I am going to be building a new coop and I am using a metal 8x6 shed. It will be shaded by 2 large trees a smaller tree and my house. It will also have a small attached run. I have a mister system that will also help keep things cooler. There will be an opening for...
Hi, everyone! I was wondering if any of you have ever used a K&H Pet waterer? It says they are for all poultry but especially ducks. Here is a picture of what I am talking about!
Hi, everyone! I have a 2 1/2 week old duckling who keeps having a seizure (Not sure if it is really). I have them on duck food that is made for ducks from hatch to just before laying age. I have no idea what to do for her. When it happens she mostly on her back thrashing around but today she was...
Hi, everyone! Again I have a question. I have 3 ducklings that are 2 weeks old and the hatchey said to wait until they are 8 weeks old or fully feathered to allow then to swim. Do any of you let them swim before that age? I understand that you have to keep them warm and safe because they don't...
Hi, I have 3 Cayuga female ducklings that are 2 weeks old and have never raised ducks before. I was told by the hatchey to sprinkle chick grit on their food each day starting on the 3rd day. I was a little confused about how long to give it to them. Does everyone give theirs grit on their food...
Hi, I have 3 Cayuga Ducklings that are almost 2 weeks old. I have one that has gotten on her back twice now and freaks out and thrashes around. When I pick her up and hold her for a few seconds then she seems to come out of it. I gave them quick chic from Murry McMurry Hatchery for the first 3...
Hi, I have 3 Cayuga Ducklings that are almost 2 weeks old. I have one that has gotten on her back twice now and freaks out and thrashes around. When I pick her up and hold her for a few seconds then she seems to come out of it. I gave them quick chic from Murry McMurry Hatchery for the first 3...