how do you give your duckling niacin?

[marcelineduckie]

Ok guys so I found a post with some really good comments on this subject I only got through page two and have found some really great advice https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/456132/question-about-niacin-and-or-brewers-yeast-for-ducks/10 some of these posts go into awesome details too

 

[Kaessa]

is the flock raiser especially for ducks? Also did you buy the brewers yeast from a feed store or a different place? Thank you so much I was a little unsure of how much to give per cup

Flock Raiser (or All Flock as an alternative) is more balanced nutrition for all poultry, rather than just chickens.

I buy my brewer's yeast from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E5ZAWIG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - but you can get it from Vitamin Cottage or GNC or any health food store. I've heard WalMart sells it in their bulk foods section.

 

[casportpony]

I don't give it because I haven't ever had one that needs it. Maybe the feed I buy has more in it?

-kathy

 

[Kaessa]

I don't give it because I haven't ever had one that needs it. Maybe the feed I buy has more in it?

-kathy

Could be, what do you feed them?

 

[casportpony]

Quote: Nothing special... just turkey or chick starter from Swanson Feed or Associated Feed here in CA. Won't I don't feed ever is flock raiser, but only because Tractor Supply often sells bags that are over three months old.

-Kathy

 

[Kaessa]

Nothing special... just turkey or chick starter from Swanson Feed or Associated Feed here in CA. Won't I don't feed ever is flock raiser, but only because Tractor Supply often sells bags that are over three months old.

-Kathy

I've switched to All Flock from our local Murdoch's. They're huge and get a ton of turnover of feed. If they weren't clear on the other side of the valley, I'd go there instead of Tractor Supply. As it is, I'll drive across the valley for fresher food. It's only about 30 minutes away, and it's a nice drive.

 

[marcelineduckie]

Ok so here's an update, I was able.to get brewers yeast powder at the feed store Friday I have been putting 1 tablespoon per cup for marceline (4 weeks old now) and I give Gunter and 8th of a cup of food at a time with 2 healthy pinches of yeast. Both are doing great. Marceline seems to not be as lazy anymore, though she does live sitting I've been noticing her occasionally standing while eating and drinking now. Not all the time but way more than before. I.don't know if it could work that fast maybe it's just a mind thing but I have noticed a difference in these past few days. Thank.you everyone for.your comments really helped me a lot