Ducks as pets

[NicoleRook]

I have two pet ducks.They are great pets for indoors and outdoors.My ducks are both indoors and outdoors. They're sweet and love kisses and snuggling.They are great with little children to. My niece is two and the ducks love her a lot. They will be a great pet. But if their going to be your pet be sure to get two or else they'll die.Good luck!!

Being good with children is a definate plus. What breed do you have? We have pekin and ancuna in incubation right now.

 

[NicoleRook]

I think it's great that you are interested in learning about pet ducks! The more info you get before hand will help in making your decision on whether or not you or your son are willing to take on the responsibility of keeping an indoor duck I have an house duck named Soleil so I know first hand what's it like hah. I share a lot of what I've learned in the year that I've had her but I'm going to message you on here to share some more with you!

Thanks so much for all the information.

 

[NicoleRook]

I have an indoor duck as a pet, and she's a lot of fun and very cute. But keep in mind that ducks are very messy! And, as others have said, keeping a single duck isn't advisable unless someone is going to be at home, in the room, with the duck pretty much all day. They're very social and get lonely easily. My boyfriend works from home and we have a tiny house so the duck watches him work and do things around the house during the day, but even so, I'm looking for another duck because I worry about her getting bored. So, I'd suggest getting at least two ducks. Even if your son can't get two ducklings from his experiment, now is the right time of year for farm supply stores to have them. At your son's age, he could probably do most of the basic duck maintenance, but it's a lot of work keeping the cage clean so he might need help sometimes. Ducks poop constantly!

I'm a stay at home mom so only on occassion would ducky be alone. Right now we'll see how the experiment goes and what we can do to convince Daddy. Not sure he's going to agree to two...lol. But I agree...our son is at the age to take on the responsibility of a pet duck. Thanks again for the input.

 

[Chicken Master1]

i'm kinda late but im here to welcome you to BYC

 

[iluvsedward]

Make sure the duckling(s) you get are out of reach or in a toddler proof brooder box because a toddler can seriously harm or even kill a young duck. My mother said that when I was a baby I accidently killed a baby bunny because I squeezed it I'm not saying the kid shouldn't be allowed to touch the ducklings, but make sure you have strict supervision.

 

[theduckgirl4110]

Well i guess you can spend a lot of time with you r duck, then you can get one.Only if you spend a LOT of time with it.Have fun!!

 

[theduckgirl4110]

I have one Ancona ( very pretty ) and one Cayuga ( also very pretty )

 

[NicoleRook]

i'm kinda late but im here to welcome you to BYC

Thanks so much.

 

[NicoleRook]

Make sure the duckling(s) you get are out of reach or in a toddler proof brooder box because a toddler can seriously harm or even kill a young duck. My mother said that when I was a baby I accidently killed a baby bunny because I squeezed it

I'm not saying the kid shouldn't be allowed to touch the ducklings, but make sure you have strict supervision.

I definately understand, She will be allowed to watch, but not to hold. Toddler and Fragile babies not a good mix. Touching while mommy, daddy or brother holding.

 

[NicoleRook]

Well i guess you can spend a lot of time with you r duck, then you can get one.Only if you spend a LOT of time with it.Have fun!!

Thanks.