Delve into the essentials of duck care with our comprehensive guide, “Keeping and Caring for Ducks.” This section is designed to provide in-depth information and practical tips to help you maintain a happy, healthy flock. From feeding and housing to understanding duck behavior, we’ve got you covered.
Ducks and Fireworks, how does this fit together? Fireworks can be a source of stress and potential danger for ducks, so if you’re a duck keeper, it’s crucial to be prepared and proactive in helping your feathered friends stay calm…
The Welsh Harlequin duck is a beautiful and practical choice for duck enthusiasts, with its striking feather patterns, calm demeanor, and reliable egg production. Developed in Wales in the 1940s from a mutation of the Khaki Campbell, this breed quickly…
When it comes to caring for your ducks, providing the right bedding is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Ducks are naturally messy creatures, often splashing water around and creating wet, muddy areas in their living space. This…
Winter care for ducks is about keeping them cozy, healthy, and safe as temperatures drop. Ducks are hardy creatures, but they do need a bit of extra attention during colder months. Here are seven essential tips for caring for your…
When you hear your duck quacking, it’s more than just a charming background noise—it’s a vital form of communication. Ducks use their quacks to convey different emotions, warn their flockmates, and even chat just for the sake of it. But…
If you’ve ever kept ducks, you know one thing for certain: they are messy! Ducks love water, and that often means turning your duck run into a muddy, slippery disaster zone. For the longest time, we were constantly dealing with…
When it comes to providing the best nutrition for your ducks, choosing the right commercial feed is essential. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to determine which feed will best meet your flock’s needs. To help make…
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is a viral infection that affects birds, including ducks. It’s caused by influenza viruses that can vary in their impact on different bird species. Understanding avian influenza is crucial for keeping your flock…
Duck migration is one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena, showcasing these waterfowl’s incredible endurance and instinct. Millions of ducks start on long journeys, traveling thousands of miles between their breeding and wintering grounds each year. But why do they migrate,…
Metal poisoning in ducks is a serious issue that can lead to severe health problems and even death. Ducks are curious creatures that love to forage, often picking up shiny objects that might contain harmful metals. In this post, we’ll…