The Duck Thread

[desiree210]

This is her, would have taken her out but the rain is stop and go in san antonio today

 

[LucyLucky]

I have 2 pekin ducks that are going to turn 1 year old on Monday! They are my little angels and I'm so thankful that I got to give them a loving home they deserve.

Lucky and Lucy this winter in their house waiting for their Cheerios!

Lucky and Lucy playing in the swamp behind my house at this moment.

In memory of my beloved Luna who passed away after being attacked by a fox. May she rest in peace

 

[CamoBGStyle86]

Ok question for my fellow duck lovers.. when y'all had the baby ducklings what did y'all use to cut down the smell of the ducks cage ... I'm asking cause the smell is killing my allergies and last night I broke out in a rash itching

 

[strue08]

Ok question for my fellow duck lovers.. when y'all had the baby ducklings what did y'all use to cut down the smell of the ducks cage ... I'm asking cause the smell is killing my allergies and last night I broke out in a rash itching

sweet pzd- that or a little lime, just be careful with how much you use

 

[Amykins]

Ok question for my fellow duck lovers.. when y'all had the baby ducklings what did y'all use to cut down the smell of the ducks cage ... I'm asking cause the smell is killing my allergies and last night I broke out in a rash itching

What you feed them has a huge impact on the smell. Some people swear by fermented feed, I don't use it 'cuz we have a big black mold problem up here in the northwest and I just don't wanna risk it no matter how well-ventilated the storage bins are.

So all I do is make sure I keep them clean. I spot-clean as often as I can, change the bedding once a day and keep the refuse in a sealed garbage bin. You know, those sleek round foot-pedal kind? It traps in the stink and makes changing the garbage bags a breeze!

 

[Jdc361]

Can I raise my ducklings and chicks in the same brooder?

 

[Amykins]

Can I raise my ducklings and chicks in the same brooder?

It can be done, but it's not worth the extra effort, IMO. You gotta be super diligent in cleaning it out each and every day because ducks are VERY messy and baby chicks need to keep dry, or else risk contracting bumblefoot or some other malady associated with being kept in a wet, mucky environment.

 

[mystry]

Can I raise my ducklings and chicks in the same brooder?

I raised my ducks and my guineas in the same brooder. But they had a bit of room. I think the temps are different for each too.

 

[CamoBGStyle86]

At what week of age should I put the ducks on a feeding schedule and not have the food down all the time??

 

[Jdc361]

Ok thanks I'll just split it in half with cardboard