After the chicken drowning incident, I read up on slaughtering the Pekins and read the ideal time is between 6 and 8 weeks. They're pretty heavy - possibly 10 to 12 pounds. So we're considering converting our 2 drakes to dinner. I'm really unhappy about this and fighting it (emotionally). Not only will they be our first slaughter, I very attached to them. So I'm attempting to come up with an objective list. If anyone has any advice or suggestions, I'd appreciate it.
In favor of slaughter
Against it
As you can see...I'm doing a very bad job coming up with objective reasons to deviate from the plan.
In favor of slaughter
- That was the plan from the start
- They eat a lot (comparatively)
- I'll end up with ducklings (which will also eat a lot)
- 2 Pekins need less room than 4.
Against it
- I'll end up with ducklings (so I won't need to purchase more for future slaughter)
As you can see...I'm doing a very bad job coming up with objective reasons to deviate from the plan.