Scared duck

[Jpamero13]

These two devils… salt n peppa. Salt, the blue Swede, and peppa the white runner. Had them since they were one day old from a farmer.
My problem is that I guess I just built them too nice a coop. They never leave it!!!
I literally have to shoo them out and sit at the door so they don’t come back in as soon as possible. Best part is… there’s a three acre pond 75 feet from their front door!
No geese, or other wildlife.

They both LOVE diving, and swimming. Often sleeping in their pool. No clue what to do, HELP!!!

 

[Crazy Maizie]

That looks like nice set up. Have they ever been to the pond? If not, guide them there. If so, maybe they were scared by something.

 

[Jpamero13]

That looks like nice set up. Have they ever been to the pond? If not, guide them there. If so, maybe they were scared by something.

We have to carry them there, or herd them… about 5 feet from the pond is when they decide it’s a good idea… However, you have to follow them on the shore, or they’ll immediately hop out, and B line straight back to the coop

 

[Jpamero13]

That looks like nice set up. Have they ever been to the pond? If not, guide them there. If so, maybe they were scared by something.

They’re scared of the world, and I have no clue. They’re terrified of everything even me. Which is funny, because if the chickens are out I can’t sit or squat because I become a jungle gym… (my profile picture)

 

[Aaliwelshharlequin]

Have you tried leaving food or treats by the pond?if that doesn’t work they might just be homebodies lol

 

[Jpamero13]

Have you tried leaving food or treats by the pond?if that doesn’t work they might just be homebodies lol

The only way I can get them to leave voluntarily is to put mealworms no more than about 10 feet away. Leaving the door open, they might meander out but never more than the 10 feet

 

[Crazy Maizie]

How old are they?
I wouldn't worry. They will go when they feel comfortable. When I first got my ducks, I was afraid they would run away so kept them contained to the run for quite awhile and then when I wanted them to go venture out, they stayed near by and would run back into the run before adventuring into the yard. Now, they roam most of the area without any prodding.

 

[Jpamero13]

How old are they?
I wouldn't worry. They will go when they feel comfortable. When I first got my ducks, I was afraid they would run away so kept them contained to the run for quite awhile and then when I wanted them to go venture out, they stayed near by and would run back into the run before adventuring into the yard. Now, they roam most of the area without any prodding.

That’s great news, I guess. They do seem a bit more adventurous at times. Mostly when the chickens are around. They’re only a little over 3mo…

 

[Crazy Maizie]

I think with age and time they will be adventuring further away and eventually you won't be able to get them to come off the pond.