Pekin duckling questions

[raenapaige]

Hi! We have a few questions about our 2 week old pekin duckling pair.

For context, we also have 7 ~6 week old pullets in the coop full time and 4 more chicks who are ~2 weeks currently in the brooder with the ducklings. We have a large coop and run plus a separate tractor for around the yard. And the brooder is on our mud porch. We live in Minnesota where the lows are in the 50-60s and highs are 65-80 this week.

Thanks for any advice!

1: At what age should the ducklings go full time in the coop? They currently spend some time in the run on warm days.

2: Any ideas on managing the poop in the brooder? They are sooo messy. Much more than the chicks!

3: Will they get good at walking up into the coop? They are so clumsy and fat right now.

4: Any pond ideas or inspiration to share?

 

[RJKnott]

Not an expert by any means but If my 8 week old Pekins are any indication they will just get clumsier and fatter

 

[DuckyDonna]

Hi! We have a few questions about our 2 week old pekin duckling pair.

For context, we also have 7 ~6 week old pullets in the coop full time and 4 more chicks who are ~2 weeks currently in the brooder with the ducklings. We have a large coop and run plus a separate tractor for around the yard. And the brooder is on our mud porch. We live in Minnesota where the lows are in the 50-60s and highs are 65-80 this week.

Thanks for any advice!

1: At what age should the ducklings go full time in the coop? They currently spend some time in the run on warm days. Probably 4-5 weeks, once they are fully feathered out.

2: Any ideas on managing the poop in the brooder? They are sooo messy. Much more than the chicks! Use puppy pads and put a tray under their water dish.

3: Will they get good at walking up into the coop? They are so clumsy and fat right now. No, they will continue to spaz out .....forever.

4: Any pond ideas or inspiration to share? A $7 kiddie pool works just fine.
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[raenapaige]

Thank you for all your help! Do you have any other duckie tips to share? I love hearing people’s thoughts!