Is This Ready for Ducks?

[mm406]

Hey all! I moved a few months ago (from and live in Bozeman, MT) to a place where the shed and pond were clearly used for birds before, but I’m not sure if it was chickens, ducks, or maybe even geese.

My plan:

• Use the big circle area inside the shed as a straw bedding/sleeping spot.
• Maybe also use the wooden box section with mats as extra bedding if needed - would add straw.
• Keep food/water on the rubber mat side so the straw stays dry.
• Planning to rescue/re-home 6 adult female ducks (Black Swedish) — or possibly ducklings in February when they’re available locally.

Questions:

• Does this setup look ready for ducks?
• What would you change or add?
• Any tips for keeping the doorway clear of straw (it’s a dog-igloo style door)?

Would love to hear what you think and how you’d set it up! I want to make sure I'm ready for ducks and give them a good home <3

 

[CherishedFowlGuardian]

Are the ducks going to swim in the pond?

 

[CherishedFowlGuardian]

I would also make sure you pick up any bricks you aren't using so they don't trip and any sharp small rocks.

 

[mm406]

Are the ducks going to swim in the pond?

I was thinking/hoping the ducks would swim in the pond.

 

[CherishedFowlGuardian]

I was thinking/hoping the ducks would swim in the pond.

Are there fish in the pond?