2 chickens and 1 duck

[Bumblewood]

We started with 2 chicks and 2 ducklings. Everyone is penned separately at night, but free range together during the day.
This weekend we lost a duck

We are concerned about remaining duck knowing they need companionship. However, the duck has started hanging with 2 chickens. Is this ok? Don't want the duck to be unhappy, but she seems ok? All three are put in same coup at night so duck isn't alone.

Thoughts ?

 

[Pyxis]

! The duck is hanging out with the chickens because it needs company, but it would be much happier with a friend of its own species. I'd see if you can find a friend for it locally. You could check your local craigslist, a lot of people are selling ducks this time of year.

 

[Bumblewood]

Will do. Ty

 

[Bumblewood]

Took your advice. Found Peking duck hens on Craig's list. Our duck is two months old, even though they grow fast, is it ok to introduce a full grown duck hen? Does type matter?

 

[Pyxis]

Took your advice. Found Peking duck hens on Craig's list. Our duck is two months old, even though they grow fast, is it ok to introduce a full grown duck hen? Does type matter?

I would set them up so that they can see each other but not physically interact for a couple weeks, such as sectioning them apart with chicken wire. That way your duck can grow and mature a little bit more and they can get used to each other for a while. Breed doesn't matter, so a pekin would be fine

 

[Chuck68]

I would set them up so that they can see each other but not physically interact for a couple weeks, such as sectioning them apart with chicken wire. That way your duck can grow and mature a little bit more and they can get used to each other for a while. Breed doesn't matter, so a pekin would be fine

I agree...keep them separate for a bit but they should be good to go after some introduction time. I have 3 ducks...each a different kind and they go everywhere together, sleep and play together. Good luck!