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How To Tame a Duck: Tips and Tricks for Effective Taming Sessions

How to tame a duck

So you have your first-ever waterfowl and welcome him to his new home, but to your dismay, he won’t get near you and is too scared to approach you. Now you’re left wondering how to tame a duck and lure him to get close to you. We know it can be frustrating when you’re in […]

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Ducks Attacking Humans: Why It Happens and How to Stop It

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Ahh, the sound of ducks quacking in the morning! You’ve heard it many times before, but lately, it’s been getting a bit too close for comfort, and you start to wonder: are ducks aggressive to humans? The answer is yes (and no). While duck behavior can become quite violent as they compete for resources, they […]

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How to Breed Ducks

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You’re probably wondering how to breed ducks if you’re pondering adding them to your farm. Ducks can be an excellent addition to any farm, as they are resilient and easy to care for. Plus, they’re great providers of protein! Not only will having a few ducks on your property bring life and diversity to the […]

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When Do Ducks Start Laying Eggs?

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When do ducks start laying eggs? I challenge you to find something sweeter than a fuzzy, freshly hatched duckling. They are tiny, wobbly, and a joy to watch as they take their first swim. But, as an adaptation to the ever-posed question, β€œWhat came first, the duckling or the egg?” Your duck hens must begin […]

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How Do You Know If A Duck Is In Pain?

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How do you know if a duck is in pain? Truthfully, when I first introduced birds to our farm, I chose chickens as livestock animal number 1. I wanted eggs to eat and eggs to sell. For some time, I kept only chickens, that is, until I saw a neighbor’s fuzzy, goofy ducklings. From then […]

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Do Ducks Recognize Their Owners?

Do Ducks Recognize Their Owners

If you’ve ever wondered whether your ducks recognize you as their owner, you’re not alone. It’s a common question among duck keepers, and it has a complex answer. Ducks are interesting creatures, and though they may not show it in the same way as a dog or cat, there is evidence to suggest that they […]

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When Do Ducks Stop Laying Eggs?Β 

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Did you know that ducks can lay more eggs and longer than chickens? But when do ducks stop laying eggs? In this article, we’ll dig into that question and discuss: the factors that affect a duck’s egg-laying performance and when it starts to decline how long do they lay eggs and how to encourage them […]

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How To Care For Wild Baby Ducks: The Ultimate Guide

How To Care For Wild Baby Ducks

If you’ve found a wild baby duck, and aren’t sure what to do now, don’t worry; caring for them is not as difficult as you might think. In this blog post, we’ll give you all the information you need to get started, from what to feed them to how to keep them safe and healthy. […]

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How to β€˜Worm’ a Duck

How to Worm a Duck

Deworming (also called β€œworming”) ducks is not a topic that’s frequently discussed but an important component of poultry keeping. In this article, we will discuss every aspect of deworming ducks, from routines to signs of parasites, to options available and more. Can Ducks Be Dewormed?Β  Ducks can be dewormed. It’s not something often discussed, but […]

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How Do You Protect Free Range Ducks from Predators?

Protecting Free range ducks from predators

Free-ranging ducks are undeniably happy, especially when they swim in a big pond, congregate under a cool shade tree, or plat through a messy mud puddle in the yard.Β  Unfortunately, this beautiful freedom comes with a cost, usually the loss of life for at least one duck per year. While you cannot guarantee the safety […]

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