Evidence-Based Care for Pet Ducks & Small Backyard Flocks

Welcome to Ducks of Providence. I’m Melanie, a PhD scientist and ‘Duck Mom.’ I’m here to help you raise a healthy, happy flock by bridging the gap between scientific research and the messy, rewarding reality of daily duck life.

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New to ducks? Skip the guesswork with our step-by-step roadmap to choosing breeds, setting up your brooder, and raising happy ducklings.

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Health & Anatomy

Navigate emergencies with confidence. Access researched medical guides, first-aid essentials, and biological deep-dives for every stage of life.

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Housing & Environment

Build a sanctuary. From predator-resistant coop blueprints to seasonal run management, discover how to engineer the perfect duck habitat.

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Feeding & Nutrition

Optimize your flock’s wellness through better fuel. Science-backed feed comparisons, supplement schedules, and verified safe treat lists.

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Community & Behavior

Decode your duck’s language and join our global research. Understand social dynamics and contribute to the Great Duck Survey.

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Meet the Scientist Behind the Flock

Originally from Germany and now rooted in North Texas, I combine my background in Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering with the daily, messy reality of raising eight ducks. At Ducks of Providence, my mission is to provide you with the evidence-based roadmap I wish I’d had when I started.

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We are building the world’s largest dataset on pet duck wellness. Share your experience and help us advocate for better care standards worldwide.

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