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I only had 4 ducklings in my brooder and I cleaned 4X a day I used pee pads for the first 2 weeks then went to thick pine shavings Once I went to shaving I would take out the ducklings clean all the wet places and add fresh bedding then put them back I did that 2X a day. It all depends on size...

Once they begin preening they get the oil gland working. Do not let them lay in feces it can cause ammonia burns. I know keeping up with cleaning is Full time job but it has to be done. That almost looks like it’s down is discolored but of course it’s wet which make it look darker too. is it...

Are you seeing your duckling preening after bath time? That is how they water proof their down and feathers once they grow in. But even at their age giving them time to swim in nice warm water can motivate them to start preening and getting their oil gland working. Never put young duckling in...