New member with Indian runners questions.

[Yaritza]

Hello everyone,
I have a thread over In the welcome forum with some questions and concerns over my new ducks. If you would be so kind to go check it out and give me opinions and advice. I have added the link below.

Please and thank you!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1019562/new-indian-runner-duck-owner

 

[quackingdom]

It's an adjustment process. Patience is the key.

A guide to taming ducks: http://www.raising-ducks.com/how-to-taming-a-duck/

There are many treats you can give them, not just mealworms (although I think that's their favorite). Cucumbers, watermelon, cabbage, lettuce, and tomatoes are my ducks' favorite veggies. They just go WILD for lettuce!

It takes a while for them to start eating more naturally and foraging more, too. When I first got mine, they were just like yours – squashing themselves into a corner and refusing to come out unless we made them. But we learned that the best way was not to make them do it. After waiting a while, they got more relaxed, and eventually started exploring more. I think it was about a month before they ventured out of their pen. Don't worry, they'll discover the yard someday.

 

[Yaritza]

A month? My goodness. I just want them to love me now! LOL! Thanks for the extra treat tips. I will look into the link you sent.