duck family

[Neumom]

Hello everyone. I am moving from WI to TN in 2 weeks. My son is 11 and started raising ducks a year ago. He just had some ducklings hatch today and wants to take them with us to TN (11 hours). Any suggestions on how to do this humanely and sanely?

 

[justind1]

Well it's gonna smell the hole way there. But I would get like a cat carrier and but a cheap blanket or towel in the bottom and keep giving them water and food.

 

[Historienne]

Hi there! I did a road trip (though not as long as your upcoming move) with very young ducklings. I used a medium pet carrier and lined it with paper towels. On top of the paper towels I put chux pads/puppy pads, and then on one side of the carrier I put some cut-up old rags. I gave them food and water at short intervals and when the carrier got gross or wet, I replaced the paper towels and pads and threw the old ones out. I kept the carrier covered with a blanket during longer stretches of the drive and didn't have any problems. Good luck!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard chickens

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. You have some good advice, so good luck with your move.

Best wishes
Ct

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!