Rock salt and ducks

[livingwithjane]

I was about to put down rock salt (halite?) on my stone patio, when I was struck with the realization that it might not be good for my ducks. They walk around my yard and patio all day long. This is the first winter with my ducks. Is it bad for their feet? Will they try to eat it?

 

[Ratchnick]

Probably a bad idea.

 

[21hens-incharge]

Best to use natural sand with no additives. While it won't actively melt ice it will give traction.

 

[featherhead007]

If you want dead ducks, (already salted) go ahead.

 

[Beaglegal]

I was about to put down rock salt (halite?) on my stone patio, when I was struck with the realization that it might not be good for my ducks. They walk around my yard and patio all day long. This is the first winter with my ducks. Is it bad for their feet? Will they try to eat it?

I’m sure they would try and eat it. Mine probably would.