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I am a long-time duck owner with my first chicks arriving next week... four hens, if they survive their journey.
I'm now growing increasingly concerned about the possibility of the chickens passing mites or lice to my ducks as they are more prone to parasites (from what I have read) or creating some other problem. The four hens will be in a dedicated chicken coop with attached run, located in a side garden away from where the ducks live (they have access to a pond and the rest of the securely-fenced back yard to free range). The ducks cannot easily access the area where the coop is and sleep in the house at night.
Am I being paranoid or is there any health risk throwing these chicks in the mix? The chickens are being added to provide fresh eggs, while the two drakes are our beloved family pets... want to be sure they are safe.
Any insight regarding risks and precautions greatly appreciated!
I'm now growing increasingly concerned about the possibility of the chickens passing mites or lice to my ducks as they are more prone to parasites (from what I have read) or creating some other problem. The four hens will be in a dedicated chicken coop with attached run, located in a side garden away from where the ducks live (they have access to a pond and the rest of the securely-fenced back yard to free range). The ducks cannot easily access the area where the coop is and sleep in the house at night.
Am I being paranoid or is there any health risk throwing these chicks in the mix? The chickens are being added to provide fresh eggs, while the two drakes are our beloved family pets... want to be sure they are safe.
Any insight regarding risks and precautions greatly appreciated!
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