HELP MY DUCKLING

[New duck mommy 2021]

Whats the difference between an omelet and scrambled eggs

Scrambled is tiny pieces.
It needs to be small pieces for babies to swallow
I don’t think this is an outbreak from tractor supply. This is the conditions they are in
Again I’m not blaming you and I’m glad you came on here looking for help. We are all trying to give you some great advice and hope that you follow up on it so the ducklings have a happy ending.

 

[Jimdeau]

perhaps your mum could talk to your dad about it and help him to understand that the ducklings are suffering and need more space and care.... It doesn't sound like he wants the ducklings, and they grow fast- is he prepared to soon have large ducks running about? They need a lot of care, you're doing a good job with what you have but it is still concerning- it isnt your fault, I think the fault lies with other people here, but I agree with New duck mommy, it would probably be best to find them a home where they will have everything they need, if not right now, soon :/

He isn't like that with just the ducklings he's like that with his kids too so I don't think he'd understand and I have a shed outside with a good living space since it was used for chickens in like 2016 id have to clean it up a lot and make sure everything js safe and I found a couple people who are willing to help take care of them as well I just hope they survive

 

[Jimdeau]

Scrambled is tiny pieces.
It needs to be small pieces for babies to swallow
I don’t think this is an outbreak from tractor supply. This is the conditions they are in
Again I’m not blaming you and I’m glad you came on here looking for help. We are all trying to give you some great advice and hope that you follow up on it so the ducklings have a happy ending.

Okay that's good tho that other ducks won't be affected and thank you for the egg knowledge

 

[BelovedBirds]

Whats the difference between an omelet and scrambled eggs

It' scrambled nice and small in pieces which makes it easier for them to pick up, eat and digest

 

[BelovedBirds]

He isn't like that with just the ducklings he's like that with his kids too so I don't think he'd understand and I have a shed outside with a good living space since it was used for chickens in like 2016 id have to clean it up a lot and make sure everything js safe and I found a couple people who are willing to help take care of them as well I just hope they survive

How big is the shed? Do you mean free ranging during the day and in the shed at night? They need lots of room, ideally they would have a spacious pen with a little pool in it, and then somewhere safer to go, a duckhouse or shed etc, at night. It'd be good to let them free range a little during the day but it does depend on where you are located, you may have an unsafe space to let them explore, as well as the risk of predators.

 

[Jimdeau]

How big is the shed? Do you mean free ranging during the day and in the shed at night? They need lots of room, ideally they would have a spacious pen with a little pool in it, and then somewhere safer to go, a duckhouse or shed etc, at night. It'd be good to let them free range a little during the day but it does depend on where you are located, you may have an unsafe space to let them explore, as well as the risk of predators.

It's a bit enough one for a pool and ues I live in the country so I'd have them free range just a bit cautious with the possums and things

 

[Crazy Maizie]

Do they have water at all times? They have to have water every minute of every day. REAL food meant for poultry? They need a bigger box too so they can get away from the heat lamp.

No need to quote me - I'm not the OP.

Please give the ducklings feed and water. If they are hungry they could be eating shavings. Their box is small and no place to get away from the heat at this age they need both warmth and cool spots.

And their waterset up is the normal drinker thingy you get from the store

What is the typical waterer? If a chick waterer it is not the right thing. They need a bowl deep enough to stick their heads in.

 

[Crazy Maizie]

This is in the duck sticky thread. There are images of appropriate water bowls for ducklings. As well, iy has the proper care for them. It's always a good place to start.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/raising-and-caring-for-ducklings.750869/

 

[Crazy Maizie]

I'm at work and will probably not be able to comment much.
Tagging @Miss Lydia

 

[HeatherKellyB]

Are these ducklings being kept in the house? If so, are they being kept near the kitchen by chance?