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shipping adult live birds

Discussion in 'Turkeys' started by swiftfoot, Mar 29, 2008.

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  1. Mar 29, 2008 #1
    swiftfoot

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    what kind of water / feed source do i need to put in the box for my adult quail to have a safe journey
     
  2. Mar 30, 2008 #2
    LinckHillPoultry

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    nothing. Just make sure to feed and water them before you put them in the box.
     
  3. Mar 30, 2008 #3
    swiftfoot

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    so if i give them full free range of feed a day or so before they will be fine?
     
  4. Mar 30, 2008 #4
    Katy

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    I've never shipped birds, but I did recieve some adult call ducks several years ago and they had lettuce and fruit in the box with them for food and moisture.
     
  5. Mar 30, 2008 #5
    swiftfoot

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    i have heard watermelon will give them food and water for their trip
     
  6. Mar 30, 2008 #6
    pips&peeps

    pips&peeps There is no "I" in Ameraucana

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    I wouldn't give watermelon, as it is a diuretic, which relieves the body of excess urine/moisture...... I just found out cucumbers are too, so I won't be using them anymore.

    I would try to find some other fruit that is juicy.
     
  7. Mar 30, 2008 #7
    LinckHillPoultry

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    Oh. Well I had recieved 5 geese from a friend in Kansas, and she just fed them and watered them right before the trip.
     

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