You've do the research that is great. I think when the time comes you'll make the best decision for your babies. And we'll be here to help any way we can. :hugs At 4 weeks just enjoy those little ones they have a way to go before you need to make any decisions.
Very easy to get attached I am the same way and have kept up to 4 drakes before but never could I let them live together after they became hormonal. I had to keep them separated with their own females, I did this for years until one day I just said to myself I can't do this anymore. So I was...
The best ratio is 4 females per drake. Sometimes depending on the drake you can get by with 3 but your main objective here is to keep them females from being over bred and not drowned or injured by too many drakes. And they will gang rape. What breed are you talking about? Having a bachelor pen...