It's almost time! Duck buyers unite!

[Amiga]

Have you seen this? https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/raising-and-caring-for-ducklings.750869/#post-10611711

Regarding medicated feed, there are a few ways to look at it, and folks who are adamant about their perspective. I did not feed medicated food, because I saw no need to provide medication for something very unlikely to be a problem with my ducklings. Others have used it with no apparent problem.

 

[Allie Grace Sanders]

I have a very small coop recommend for 6-8 chickens. We are planning on building a new coop and (hopefully) putting ducks in the old one. How many will fit in the tiny coop? Do I need a drake? What is the best breed for a lot of eggs?

 

[Amiga]

Number of ducks depends on size of breed. Runners and Khaki Campbells are good layers, in my experience. Do not need a drake for eggs.

 

[Allie Grace Sanders]

Thanks! They're just too cute!

 

[Bridger Davis]

Thanks! They're just too cute!

When advertisers say for 6-8 chickens, when you are thinking humanly, it should probably only hold about 4 or 5 chickens. But in terms of ducks, I would sugguest the magpie breed. 290 eggs per year and they are small. You could probably comfortably (for the ducks!) fit 4 magpie ducks into that coop. Do they also have a run or outside access?

 

[Allie Grace Sanders]

Yes they do.

 

[Bridger Davis]

Awesome! SInce it sounds like your looking for good egg production and cuteness, @Allie Grace Sanders , personally, a tiny adorable egg machine would be the magpie breed!

 

[Bridger Davis]

I actually have a question...I know ducks are supposed to live for about 10 years, but if a few got sick and died, the next spring, would I be able to add ducklings?? Also, what should I do to prevent them getting an intestinal parasite? That is what I think my chickens died of.....

 

[Duckyducks]

I’m so excited! I’ve been lurking here and on some Facebook groups and I’ve decided I want to get one of each breed! Ha! But really though I’m looking for some small breeders focusing on quality so if anyone has some recommendations I’d love it. I’m not really interested in the large hatcheries that focus more on quantity. When do most start their waiting lists? January?

 

[PirateGirl]

I’m so excited! I’ve been lurking here and on some Facebook groups and I’ve decided I want to get one of each breed! Ha! But really though I’m looking for some small breeders focusing on quality so if anyone has some recommendations I’d love it. I’m not really interested in the large hatcheries that focus more on quantity. When do most start their waiting lists? January?

I'd start looking for breeders in your area now. That way they can let you know when they have the breeds you are looking for available. Even if they say call back in March, at least then you know and can be ready.