- Apr 23, 2014
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Hello!
So I have made a decision to purchase two pekin ducklings to raise and add to the pond behind my house. The pond is very safe (it is surrounded by houses mainly) and has many ducks and one goose that resides there. I haven't purchased the ducklings yet since I am still looking for someone who sells them and ofcourse preparing for their arrival. I am buying two because I know they are a flock animal and need a companion. I have many questions regarding raising them.
1. If I buy ducklings at 2-3 weeks old, will they still need a brooder? I'll be keeping the ducklings in my house until they are bigger to be transferred to he garage, then the pond.
2. Should I still build a house for the ducks to sleep in at night or let them stay in the pond? The gander and ducks are always sleeping at the edge of the pond near my window and seem fine. I don't know if the house will be necessary or not..
3. If anyone has a week to week planner of when to move the ducklings or what to do at certain stages, I would love a copy since I want to make sure they are comfortable and I am giving them a nice shelter.
Thanks for all who reply!
-Monica
So I have made a decision to purchase two pekin ducklings to raise and add to the pond behind my house. The pond is very safe (it is surrounded by houses mainly) and has many ducks and one goose that resides there. I haven't purchased the ducklings yet since I am still looking for someone who sells them and ofcourse preparing for their arrival. I am buying two because I know they are a flock animal and need a companion. I have many questions regarding raising them.
1. If I buy ducklings at 2-3 weeks old, will they still need a brooder? I'll be keeping the ducklings in my house until they are bigger to be transferred to he garage, then the pond.
2. Should I still build a house for the ducks to sleep in at night or let them stay in the pond? The gander and ducks are always sleeping at the edge of the pond near my window and seem fine. I don't know if the house will be necessary or not..
3. If anyone has a week to week planner of when to move the ducklings or what to do at certain stages, I would love a copy since I want to make sure they are comfortable and I am giving them a nice shelter.
Thanks for all who reply!
-Monica