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When should Iput my ducklings outside overnight?

Discussion in 'Ducks' started by Billiegoat6114, Jun 13, 2017.

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  1. Jun 13, 2017 #1
    Billiegoat6114

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    I have 4 ducklings, all just over 3 weeks old. I was wondering when they could start living in their outdoor duck house ( they hang out outside during the day already). The weather in Vermont right now is about 80-90 degrees during the day -oddly warm :) - and 50-60 degrees at night. They all have started getting their feathers in. I have heard a lot of conflicting info for when to put them outside for the night, so any advice is greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
     
  3. Jun 13, 2017 #2
    Pyxis

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    Hi from another Vermonter!

    I usually put them out once they hit about four weeks old. I keep a heat lamp accessible to them just in case they need it. A lot of times they don't use it at all.
     
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  5. Jun 14, 2017 #3
    Billiegoat6114

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    Thanks!
    Where in Vermont are you from/what type of ducks do you raise? (if you don't mind me asking)
     
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  9. Jun 17, 2017 #5
    Billiegoat6114

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    That's so funny, I'm also from central Vermont!
    Take care!
    (I will definitely check out that thread)
     
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