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what to look for in a duck?

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by albird101, Sep 27, 2014.

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  1. Sep 27, 2014 #1
    albird101

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    I'm getting two pekin ducks today from someone on craigslist I was wondering what to look for in a healthy duck and signs that show the duck is sick thanks
     
  2. Sep 27, 2014 #2
    Michael OShay

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    Welcome to BYC. Glad you decided to join our flock. I'm a chicken person and don't know much about ducks (although I've had a few), but I have to admit that ducklings are the ultimate in cute. You should post this on our duck section at https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/42/ducks and take advantage of our duck experts there. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. We are here to help in any way we can. Good luck in getting your Pekin ducks.
     
  3. Sep 27, 2014 #3
    drumstick diva

    drumstick diva Still crazy after all these years. Premium Member 8 Years

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    I would suppose it's a lot like evaluating any poultry, no coughing, no discharge from eyes, nose, ears, mouth. No bald patches, red, inflamed skin. You'd look for a natural stance, not favoring any leg, wings that match on both sides, not one drooping or carried differently. No obvious sores, punctures, . You can also post on the ducks thread on BYC. Know what the breed should look like. Good luck in getting a healthy duck.
     
  4. Sep 27, 2014 #4
    Kelsie2290

    Kelsie2290 Free Ranging Premium Member

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    Hello :frow and Welcome To BYC!
     
  5. Sep 27, 2014 #5
    Mountain Peeps

    Mountain Peeps Change is inevitable, like the seasons Premium Member

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    Welcome to BYC! Please make yourself at home and we are here to help.

    X2 on Drumstick Diva.
     
  6. Sep 27, 2014 #6
    TwoCrows

    TwoCrows Bird is the Word Staff Member Premium Member 7 Years

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    Hello there and welcome to BYC! [​IMG]

    Drumstick Diva X3 And definitely stop by our Ducks section to ask our Duck experts!

    Good luck and I hope you can find some nice ducks soon!
     
  7. Sep 29, 2014 #7
    LIChickens

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    Welcome to BYC!

    You will find a lot of good information here. Keep on asking questions and you will get many good answers.

    You may also want to read the FAQ below.
     
  8. Sep 30, 2014 #8
    Wyandottes7

    Wyandottes7 Crowing 5 Years

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    Welcome to BYC![​IMG] We're glad to have you.
     

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