Do ducks need a pond? Technically, no, but they do really like ponds! They do need to be able to submerge their heads, and need water for eating and cleaning. If you want to raise ducks, you do need to consider their water needs. They are called “waterfowl” for a reason. Even duck breeds, like…
What do ducks eat to make them happy and healthy? We’ll share guidelines for feeding ducks, either wild or tame, as well duck training tips and observations.
In fall 2018, we noticed that one of our runner ducks, Miss Emerald, was lethargic and having difficulty breathing. On closer examination, we suspected she had ascites, also known as “water belly”. We made the diagnosis in early October, and treated her over the course of the next several months. Her condition improved, and her…
I read a permaculture article that said slug issues in the garden weren’t due to too many slugs, but to a lack of ducks. That’s what triggered the purchase of the Duck Patrol. Some of you know our duckies from other posts or their Instagram feed. In this article, we’ll talk specifically about using duck…
Since our little crew of duckies has become a big part of our lives, I wanted to formally introduce them and tell a little about their story. We’ll also use this page to answer some basic duck questions, and share some duck videos for those who need more duckie time.