I have no idea what I am doing

[Steven Mazzo]

Thanks. Do you use it regularly like suggested?

 

[SueT]

Sometimes I add a bit to the chickens' waterers. I add a little to the feed which I moisten and ferment overnight.
I don't have ducks, tho. The duck people may have better answers to your questions.....

 

[biophiliac]

Hey friends. I've been doing some reading on sour crop and everything says prevention is key. It's suggested that apple cider vinegar is added to their water 3 times a week and probiotics once a week as well as yogurt. My question is could this be overkill and lead to other issues or is it a good idea. If so I have raw apple cider vinegar is that ok to use? Also is this ok for ducks too?

I use the raw AC vinegar in my pigeons water.

 

[Steven Mazzo]

Can't figure out if this guy is trying to get in or trying to bust Lucky and Flynn out. He comes to visit every day now. Flynn goes nuts but I can't tell if he is excited or mad. Lucky could care less. He is very handsome though

 

[SueT]

He may be one of Lucky's relatives.....

 

[Steven Mazzo]

He may be one of Lucky's relatives.....

True, could be her brother

 

[shawluvsbirds]

View attachment 1346445 Can't figure out if this guy is trying to get in or trying to bust Lucky and Flynn out. He comes to visit every day now. Flynn goes nuts but I can't tell if he is excited or mad. Lucky could care less. He is very handsome though

That's hilarious!

 

[Steven Mazzo]

Good morning. I'm thinking of replacing the sod in their run. It took quite a beating during all the construction and what was left the ducks finished off. I can see it's starting to sprout but doubt I'll have much. I'm concerned about purchasing sod that may have chemicals and fertilizers etc in it. Is there such a thing as organic sod and where could I get that?

 

[biophiliac]

If you find it I think you would not see it last the whole season in good shape - is there a more 'duck friendly' surface you could use with some growing frames or pots for green.
What does @shawluvsbirds birds have?

 

[shawluvsbirds]

If you find it I think you would not see it last the whole season in good shape - is there a more 'duck friendly' surface you could use with some growing frames or pots for green.
What does @shawluvsbirds birds have?

I have just filled my run with shavings where the call ducks are. Every so often I fluff it up with a rake and remove any really nasty wet stuff.. Then sprinkle some new shavings on top. But I also have that smooth rock around the pond area. The big ducks are making quick work of the grass in their area. .I expect to be dumping shavings in their corral very soon
I just don't know if there is really good way to keep grass in there. But Maybe since there is only two it may work. .