duck house ideas

[SARAH's little HOMESTEAD]

hey everyone. im wondering what everyone thi ks of the different duck house ideas put there. I am going to buy a shed for my 4 pekins anf build a big run for them around my garden. issue is im not sure if i should go with wood ,plastic or metal. i think wood might be best but whats ypur thoughts on a sturdy plastic shed for ducks. would it be decent enough to protect my ducks from alberta weather?

 

[MillersFarm]

I would defiantly go with wood... A metal shed would probably get to hot in the summer, And plastic sheds arent really good for the summer either, i've made that mistake giving some chickens a plastic shed... Got to hot one day and the hole inside smelled like plastic which isnt probably good for my chickens... So i would go with wood ;3

 

[chickens really]

Wood is best and insulated also....Vents needed...

 

[ghislaincote]

Wood. Can also be a cheap DIY project. I have done mine with recycled pallets...

 

[mobius]

Ant ideas for a floating duck house or one situated in a stream or creek for pred protection?

 

[chickens really]

Most people tell me they won't use them and sleep on the bank instead?...

 

[luvmyduckies]

Wood. Can also be a cheap DIY project. I have done mine with recycled pallets...

Very nice and I love that you repurposed the pallets

 

[luvmyduckies]

I also think wood is better. but either way you need windows or vetting. Ducks do not get cold easily but It will be easier too add windows I would think.
But it would probably be cheaper to build if someone is handy.
I am moving my hut and Pen currently and will just built my hut with posts and 4 x 8 plywood. It wont be fancy but will be sufficient. I do not lock my ducks in so I have to make their pen is secure from predators.

 

[luvmyduckies]

Ant ideas for a floating duck house or one situated in a stream or creek for pred protection?

When I just had the duck hut by the pond they never went in it.

 

[mobius]

Just harsh winters here...lol