Ascites in Ducks – Treating Miss Emerald for Water Belly

Ascites in Ducks – Treating Miss Emerald for Water Belly

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…

Duck Pest Control – Working with Ducks in the Garden

Duck Pest Control – Working with Ducks in the Garden

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…