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ducklover128
Chirping
- Nov 3, 2022
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How old do they need to be? They were hatched around oct 13, give or take a day or 2. Their feathers are just starting to come in good. They have been in our bathtub, and I'm wondering if they just need more room. It's been cold outside and I know they need to be acclimated to the outdoor temps, but the momma Muscovy is crazy and she freaks out so bad when we try to touch her. I don't wanna keep stressing her out by taking her out, and in, and out, and in. We have had a few high 20 degree nights and then high 60 degree days. And if they have more room, do I need to worry about the girl getting trampled? We have a run we've been working on, to predator proof for them, and we finally have it almost done. We have every predator there is around here, minks being the most worrisome because of the small spaces they can fit in. But we think we have it almost ready. We do have a heat lamp we can put out there for them, even though they suck, we don't have another choice. Please somebody tell me what's best. I have a very sensitive heart and soul, and I don't just want them to be happy, my fiance tells me to not worry so much, but I can't help it. The last time I didn't worry so much, 2 ducks vanished and all we found was feathers and a wing bone. . I don't wanna lose anymore of my feathery family. Please help me, my judgement gets a little clouded because of my strong feelings sometimes. I'd love to keep the little female in the house with me all the time, along with all the rest of the flock, but for some reason, my old man said no, nope, and no way. . They poop too much and make a mess. Which I do understand. I clean em everyday, but I still feel like I'm up to my elbows in poop.If the drakes are old enough they can be separated from mama and the young females.