my ducks dislike me how do i tame them?

[moxiechick101]

Like others have mentioned just being near them so they know you're not a threat can help a lot. You could try feeding them their meals by hand and treats are always helpful!

 

[itsasmallfarm]

well i tried what every one said and i hoping it works they got lettuce today and that was a big hit (it was all gone in an hour after finding out they could eat it)

 

[egraham]

well i tried what every one said and i hoping it works they got lettuce today and that was a big hit (it was all gone in an hour after finding out they could eat it)

Try peas...totally duck crack.

 

[itsasmallfarm]

Try peas...totally duck crack.

will do

 

[Mommapig]

Mine were very skittish and once they watched me cut up their lettuce and knew it was for them... they quickly changed their opinion about me

 

[moxiechick101]

When my ducks were little ( under 12 weeks) they were skittish and sometimes a little loud. However, as they've grown they have calmed down a lot and tolerate me petting them. My drake will even sit in my lap. I think that if you let them get used to you A little bit like you are now you will see improvement soon!

 

[Amiga]

Good advice, here. Many young ducks become panicky when they are about three weeks old. This phase can last for several weeks. My Runners went through this. I followed pretty much all the advice you are getting here. I offered treats, sat nearby quietly, but talking with and singing to them. Over time, they warmed back up to me, and now are so friendly, so calm, and a few even like hugs. All will stand near me, even on top of my feet. None likes being picked up.

 

[egraham]

With a little work, patience and lots of treats (dandelion greens here), your duckies will come around.

 

[itsasmallfarm]

okay quick question, should i get ducklings/goslings or mature ducks and geese? to go with my two ducks at the moment (i would be getting the new ones in fall) so my ducks at then would be around 6 months old, so should i get ducklings/goslings (and raise them in a brooder when there old enough then add them with the ducks.) or get mature ducks and geese and add them into the flock with them?

thanks for the advice guys