I stopped by a feed store the other day and was introduced to a cute little pair of webbed feet fowl. I was first told they had been left outside a local elementary school and the police department had brought them to the store. I cannot post a pic right now from the iPad, but I will tomorrow. I am not sure if they are 2 ducks or a gosling and a duckling. The gal at the store says duck and goose. A fellow shopper who raises ducks said they were ducks. 1 a Peking and one a Rouen.
The larger one is having leg issues. I spoke with a friend who has ducks. She recommended niacin. I added some to the water. I also am going to add that save-a-chick electrolyte/vitamin stuff. I noticed that it also has a niacin supplement. We brought them home Friday. Yesterday I noticed the problem with her legs. I added the niacin to the water and today she was up more, but not as often as the smaller one. This evening I also added the save-a-chick to the drinking water dish.
What are the most important things for me to know to make sure They have a happy life? What are the most helpful tips you have for a good intentioned newbie like me?
They recommended game feed when I was at the store, but if I want to brood them with my older chicks ( 4-6 weeks) will that be okay? I know that TSC carries a starter feed that can be used for chicks and ducklings... Is that alright for now?
Do they need something to swim in while they are young? What size? We will work on a permanent pond solution outdoors once spring decides to come.
I am completely clueless. (Off to gain some knowledge..)
The larger one is having leg issues. I spoke with a friend who has ducks. She recommended niacin. I added some to the water. I also am going to add that save-a-chick electrolyte/vitamin stuff. I noticed that it also has a niacin supplement. We brought them home Friday. Yesterday I noticed the problem with her legs. I added the niacin to the water and today she was up more, but not as often as the smaller one. This evening I also added the save-a-chick to the drinking water dish.
What are the most important things for me to know to make sure They have a happy life? What are the most helpful tips you have for a good intentioned newbie like me?
They recommended game feed when I was at the store, but if I want to brood them with my older chicks ( 4-6 weeks) will that be okay? I know that TSC carries a starter feed that can be used for chicks and ducklings... Is that alright for now?
Do they need something to swim in while they are young? What size? We will work on a permanent pond solution outdoors once spring decides to come.
I am completely clueless. (Off to gain some knowledge..)