First time raising ducklings... help?

[Tlammy]

Hi, im expecting 4 little pekin ducklings this monday, i already got the water,tub, lamp.... all i have questions are what type of food should i get..? And what type of bedding..?? Thank you soo much!!!

 

[Kevin565]

I personally use Flock Raiser. Unmedicated Chick starter will work also. However, you still need to give Niacin Supplements. What type of brooder will you be using? This can make a difference when it comes to bedding.

 

[Tlammy]

Where would you get the Supplements..?? And im using a rubbermaid storage tub.

 

[Robbo]

Following.

Interested in the supplements. New to ducks as well and my buddy has been with me for a few good days now. The nursery told me nothing besides unmedicated feed.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Following.

Interested in the supplements. New to ducks as well and my buddy has been with me for a few good days now. The nursery told me nothing besides unmedicated feed.

Some good reading.. https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...ies-in-goslings-ducklings-growth-leg-problems

 

[Kevin565]

I've always gotten Niacin at Walmart but I've seen it at CVS and other health stores. Just remember to get regular Niacin not the "No Flush" or "Time Release" kind.

 

[Robbo]

Thanks for that link, very helpful!

Sorry - I hope you don't mind me asking this here - but is it okay to mix in when you have chicks eating out of the same feed?