Can I successfully raise a single duckling?

[asher]

Out of five eggs set down in the hatcher, only one hatched. Cutest little australian spotted bantam duckling.

WELL, I can't find more around here at all. I've put the word out and nothing. *sigh* Still hoping, but nada.

So...can I successfully brood just one baby? I had chicks due, too and none are hatching (were due today) or I would have attempted to put it in with them.

Help please? Maybe I can find a standard day old duckling to brood with it, but I don't really *want* one long term so thinking it's not the best idea although I know I could rehome it later.

 

[LuannKeller]

If you have time to spend with him, he will be a devoted pet duck and a happy one. I used to get one each year as a kid and it was a blast - I was a dedicated mom and the duckling adored me. When he was old enough he worked his way into the flock but was always very tame.

 

[Wildsky]

Tiffany also just posted about a single duckling....

 

[asher]

Okay, daughter says she'll brood him in her room. hehe He's already a little cuddle bug and he's barely been out of the incubator, yet! I need to find a little mirror for him. Also need to get some unmedicated chick starter b/c I think what I have is medicated. *sigh*

 

[fullhouse]

I agree. I have a friend with a house duck.

 

[ticks]

Yes, you can make a little duck diaper.