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  1. bobsmith2002

    For those of you with multiple species of birds, do you have a favorite bird?

    For those of you with multiple species of birds, do you have a favorite bird? And is it okay to have a favorite bird over the other birds in your possession? Or is that a bad thing to do? How do you deal with this?
  2. bobsmith2002

    Are heating plates really less risky than heat lamps?

    Are heating plates really less risky than heat lamps? Or are they similar in risk in terms of spontaneously starting a fire? Which one is guaranteed to be 100% safer? Also, I have a red heat bulb that is 250 watts 120 volts plugged into a short extension cord into a wall socket. The wall socket...
  3. bobsmith2002

    27% game bird feed for chicks

    So it's safe to feed 30% protein Purina Game Starter feed to one week old silkie chicks? Will this make them grow faster? And this won't damage their kidneys?
  4. bobsmith2002

    When will flea medication with heartworm preventative ever be sold over the counter?

    Why does flea medication with heartworm preventative always require a vet's prescription? Why can't it be sold over-the-counter at pet stores? And when will this happen in the future?
  5. bobsmith2002

    Will feeding 30% protein game bird starter to silkie chicks make them grow faster?

    What's the protein percentage in your starter feed? Is it 20, 22, or 30%?
  6. bobsmith2002

    Will feeding 30% protein game bird starter to silkie chicks make them grow faster?

    Will feeding 30% protein game bird starter to silkie chicks make them grow faster? I am asking if this is true because the sales consultant at tractor supply recommended Purina Gamebird Starter feed 30% protein for my silkie chicks. I need to know if this is safe for non game bird chicks, or...
  7. bobsmith2002

    Is there is a real difference between Aspen and Pine bedding?

    Is there is a real difference between Aspen and Pine bedding? Is one better than the other? Which one is better for chickens? Which one is better for ducks? Which one smells better? Which one lasts longer?
  8. bobsmith2002

    Can I feed other seeds to ducks?

    Can I feed wild bird seed, rooster feed, pigeon seeds, parrot seeds, popcorn seeds, scratch feed to ducks or do I have to feed them Mazuri pellets only? I have a lot of other seeds left over and I was wondering if my duck could eat them too. Should I sprinkle niacin powder on top of the seeds?
  9. bobsmith2002

    My tamed duck won’t eat mealworms

    Genius
  10. bobsmith2002

    My tamed duck won’t eat mealworms

    My tamed two month old duck won’t eat mealworms from my hand. He has never eaten mealworms in his life. How do I make him taste it so that he knows it tastes so good?
  11. bobsmith2002

    Could my state ban the sale of poultry in the future?

    I live in California. Could the state I live in actually ban the sale of poultry birds in the future? How would they enforce it especially on Craigslist or hoobly? Also would it be constitutional because poultry for human consumption is allowed. Do I need to worry about this now? Or should I...
  12. bobsmith2002

    Is bedding with "baking soda" safe for poultry birds?

    Is bedding that has baking soda in it (paper pellet litter for cat litter boxes or paper pellet bedding for guinea pigs/rabbits that have baking soda mixed with it) safe for all poultry birds of all ages? If baking soda is safe for cats and small animals, is it safe for chicks and adult poultry...
  13. bobsmith2002

    Paper vs wood pelleted bedding?

    I am going to raise a few baby ducklings and which is a better bedding for them: paper pelleted bedding or pine wood pelleted bedding? And why? I prefer to not use shavings.
  14. bobsmith2002

    What other duck breeds beside call ducks stay small?

    Are there any other duck breeds besides call ducks that also stay small and are of similar size and weight?
  15. bobsmith2002

    Why don't more people have ducks as pets?

    I absolutely LOVE my two call ducks. They are awesome pets and very affectionate! This made me wonder, why don't more people have ducks as pets? If space is an issue, get call ducks. If sound is an issue, get male ducks.
  16. bobsmith2002

    Are female call ducks louder than the larger female breed ducks?

    I have two male call ducks and I'm planning on getting larger ducks that are straight run and I need to know if the larger female breed ducks are too loud.
  17. bobsmith2002

    Are female call ducks louder than the larger female breed ducks?

    I'm new to keeping ducks. Are female call ducks much louder than the larger female breed ducks (pekin, golden layer, cayuga, rouen, etc.)?
  18. bobsmith2002

    Do I have to add extra niacin to Purina Flockraiser crumble?

    I am asking this because 5 pounds of niacin on Amazon is $52: https://a.co/d/51FI3Od
  19. bobsmith2002

    Do I have to add extra niacin to Purina Flockraiser crumble?

    Do I have to add extra niacin to Purina Flockraiser crumble? My call duckling is almost 6 weeks old. If I am feeding him Purina Flockraiser crumble from now on, do I need to add a spoonful of extra niacin daily to his feed?
  20. bobsmith2002

    Mixing Mazuri pellets with seeds?

    Has anybody tried mixing Mazuri pellets with scratch grains, corn, and seeds? Did the ducks eat everything? Did the ducks find it more appetizing than just plain pellets?
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