Duckling treats

[Jackanddianesmom]

my ducklings are 3 weeks old, are there any treats that aren't duckling crumbles that I can give them?

 

[Isaac 0]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/the-ultimate-list-of-duck-treats-and-supplements.242460/

Grit should be provided if they are being fed anything but treats.

 

[kymlovesducks]

my ducklings are 3 weeks old, are there any treats that aren't duckling crumbles that I can give them?

Mealworms

 

[Jackanddianesmom]

Mealworms

Yes I have grit, mealworms are ok at this age ??

 

[nao57]

Will peas and wet soft canned corn work that young?

I've fed mine wet oatmeal a few times, but its very light on the protein side.

 

[Isaac 0]

Yes I have grit, mealworms are ok at this age ??

Yes, just a very small handful every few days.

 

[nao57]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/the-ultimate-list-of-duck-treats-and-supplements.242460/

Grit should be provided if they are being fed anything but treats.

Do they get enough grit on their own when they are digging in the dirt with their beaks?

Thanks.

 

[Isaac 0]

Do they get enough grit on their own when they are digging in the dirt with their beaks?

Thanks.

If you have somewhat sandy soil, most likely, but if your soil is lacking rocks/sand they won't be able to get an adequate amount of grit to digest fibrous treats, so it's always best to play it on the safe side and provide a small separate dish of grit.

 

[Isaac 0]

Will peas and wet soft canned corn work that young?

I've fed mine wet oatmeal a few times, but its very light on the protein side.

Yes, as long as the cans don't have sodium added to them.