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Mixing different ages
Miss Lydia -- I agree completely. I would definitely keep new hatchlings seperated for a few weeks before introducing them. By 4 weeks old, I would think that herd of 10 ducklings would be intimidating. Hehehe. Maybe 3 at the earliest. You're right, though - the little ones should bulk up a... -
Mixing different ages
Cheepcheep, I did something similar just the other day. Ordinarily I would suggest the same thing as Miss Lydia...That advice is solid and is what I do with my chickens. However, your initial 2 birds shouldn't have a problem bringing in another 10 birds in a few weeks. Here's what happened... -
Companion for White Chinese?
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** Female Goose wanted in Katy, TX **
Zazouse -- thanks for the reply! (Don't know how I missed it!) I'll check our the site and get back with ya! -Randy- gg61501
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Companion for White Chinese?
Puddle -- thanks! That's kinda what I figured. Now all I need is a GOOSE! I'm having a heckuva time finding somewhat-mature stock in my area! -
My have they grown and changed!!! Look at them now! Pic HEAVY
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owls?
I'm no wildlife expert, but I imagine it would be tough for an owl to take down a goose...unless it's a very small goose/gosling. A mature goose is much bigger than most owls -- so I'd think a smart owl would tend to not mess with them. But hey -- it wouldn't be the first time I was wrong today. -
What do you all do for your geese to keep them warm for winter?
Our goose Kow-kow stays outside all the time. No heat lamp, etc. We live near Houston, so our winters aren't especially bitter. We made him a little structure to block the wind and keep his hay dry for him. Other than that, he's in his pool half the time, honkin' away. I figure if all... -
Companion for White Chinese?
Glenn, thanks for the input. Really, though -- my main question is whether it matters what breed the female is. Does it matter? Strickly for companionship purposes... Anyone? -
** Female Goose wanted in Katy, TX **
Hi there! Needing a female companion for our 6-month old White Chinese gander. Not terribly concerned about breed -- just MUST be female and close to same age. Willing to travel if you are somewhat nearby. Thanks! Randy- gg61501
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Companion for White Chinese?
Howdy all! I've got a 6 month-old White Chinese gander who needs a companion -- and I was wondering: does it really matter if we get a goose of another breed? Or should I keep trying to find a White/Brown Chinese or African? I've been having a hard time finding a "match" -- but came across... -
Oh no I lost the love!Can you all help?
Yeah -- I'd hesitate to sit down at face-level with them, too. My white Chinese, Kow-Kow, has been such a cutie until a couple months ago. He's hit adolescence, apparently, and has the accompanying surging hormones. I wish I could find a local person with a goose for sale just so he'd have... -
Neighbors dog gone into my duck pen (update page 4)
So so sorry to hear about your ducks. We had a similar issue with a neighbor's dog. He started coming over and harrassing our rabbits -- just running around their pen, etc. He eventually broke in one afternoon and damaged 3 of them, leading ot the death of one of the bunnies. We took the... -
Ducklings just hatched in Houston -- Newbie Questions :)
Thanks, katharinad and easttxchick! I'll get pics in soon. (Leaving work early to go check on 'em.) Wifey rolled her eyes when I told her 9 hatchlings were on the way. She was quite surprised to open the box to 17! LOL -Randy -
Ducklings just hatched in Houston -- Newbie Questions :)
Howdy Gang! I live in Houston/Katy TX and just got a batch of pekins and rouens today. (I only ordered 6 ducklings and 3 chicks -- but they added 8 MORE for warmth! Need any?) Anyway, this is my first time with ducklings and understand that adult ducks don't need nearly the same fussy... -
Looking for White/Brown Chinese in Katy, TX
Hi, All! We have a 5-6 month old White Chinese gander who needs some company. Looking for a White/Brown Chinese goose in Katy/Houston or nearby surrounding areas. Please email if you have any around. Thanks so much! Randy- gg61501
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Over Run With Duck Eggs
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White Chinese has stopped eating and become aggressive
Thanks for all the feedback! It looks like I'm on the hunt for a companion for him. We took the little bugger in because his previous owner couldn't keep him because of their HOA. (Not sure why a goose would be a good idea in a neighborhood, but anyway....) He IS a hoot to have around when... -
White Chinese has stopped eating and become aggressive
Thanks, sourland, for your input. No -- he doesn't have any other goose companions...just the chickens "next door". The 'lonely adolescent' idea is really what my gut is telling me is going on with him, but I hate to see him like this -- and I'm not planning on adding any more geese. And... -
White Chinese has stopped eating and become aggressive
Hello Backyard Chicken gang! I'm having a sad issue with our 5-month old male White Chinese. He has recently stopped eating his feed, which he used to eat voraciously. We've not yet been able to interest him in fresh veggies or fruit, though he has enjoyed wandering the property eating grass...