Pekin ducks swimming

[duckmama1970]

I have 2 week old Pekin ducks, I would like to let them swim in our bathtub. First questions is it okay to let them swim in the bathtub? The second question is what does the temperature of the water need to be for them to swim in?

 

[BabyGotQuack]

I have 2 week old Pekin ducks, I would like to let them swim in our bathtub. First questions is it okay to let them swim in the bathtub? The second question is what does the temperature of the water need to be for them to swim in?

Yes they can swim in the bathtub. I just wouldn’t fill it super full the first time so if they get tired they can atleast stand up. Just keep an eye on them. And as far a temperature, as long as it’s not cold they should be fine, I’d say luke warm would be good

 

[SilverBirds]

Bathtub is fine! Start with deep enough for them to wad and slightly paddle in for their first time. Increase how deep it is over time. Lukewarm water. Not to hot and not to cold. Make sure to dry them off well when they are done so they don't get chilled.

 

[duckmama1970]

Bathtub is fine! Start with deep enough for them to wad and slightly paddle in for their first time. Increase how deep it is over time. Lukewarm water. Not to hot and not to cold. Make sure to dry them off well when they are done so they don't get chilled.

Thank you!

 

[duckmama1970]

Yes they can swim in the bathtub. I just wouldn’t fill it super full the first time so if they get tired they can atleast stand up. Just keep an eye on them. And as far a temperature, as long as it’s not cold they should be fine, I’d say luke warm would be good

Thank you!

 

[Isadora]

If you ever want to share pictures of your ducklings, no one will complain.

 

[duckmama1970]

If you ever want to share pictures of your ducklings, no one will complain.

 

[Isadora]

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Yay for cute duckling pictures! What an adorable face

 

[SilverBirds]

So cute!

 

[duckmama1970]

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