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Ducks – duck healthcare

Healthcare tips and medical information to help you provide optimal care for your pet and backyard ducks.

henopause in backyard poultry

All about henopause (poultry menopause)

Find out what henopause (aka bird menopause) is and what to expect when your backyard ducks or other poultry go through henopause!  

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expert interview with Dr. Maurice Pitesky - bird flu / avian influenza

All about bird flu / avian influenza with Dr. Maurice Pitesky

If you raise poultry and want insights into bird flu / avian influenza, check out this must-read expert interview with Dr. Maurice Pitesky!

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sunlight effects on ducks

How natural sunlight affects pet and backyard ducks

Find out how sunlight affects ducks, from health and happiness to better egg shells! Essential info for backyard and pet duck keepers!

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svetlana not feeling well - duck health and first aid guide

Duck health guide: first aid kit items, healthcare tips & more

Our duck health guide w/ first aid kit recommendations will help you prevent illness & be prepared in the event one of your flock members becomes sick or injured.

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second duck healthcare interview with dr. scott echols

SECOND interview with Dr. Scott Echols: Duck nutrition & healthcare

In our second video interview with Dr. M. Scott Echols, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), we ask him YOUR questions about duck healthcare.

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interview about duck nutrition and healthcare with dr. scott echols

Duck nutrition & healthcare: FIRST video interview with Dr. Scott Echols

Part 1: Watch our first video interview with Dr. Scott Echols, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice). In this video you’ll learn tons of helpful information about nutrition and healthcare best practices for backyard and pet ducks!

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How to tube feed a duck, step-by-step with instructions and video tutorial

How to tube feed a duck (with instructional video!)

Find out why, when, and how to tube feed a duck and other poultry species in this step-by-step guide and instructional video!

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what to feed ducks for longevity

What to feed pet or backyard ducks to maximize their health and longevity

It’s time to rethink what to feed pet or backyard ducks to focus on optimal health & longevity rather than high egg production. Here’s how, based on advice from our avian vet.

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How long do ducks live? What's the lifespan of a duck?

How long do ducks live and what to expect as your ducks age

How long do ducks live, whether wild or domestic? If you have backyard or pet ducks, what can you expect as your ducks age? Find out here!

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Backyard duck molting: what, when, and why it happens

Backyard duck molting: what, when, and why it happens

Ducks molt (lose their feathers) yearly. If you’re a backyard or pet duck parent, here are some things you should know about your molting ducks to make sure they’re staying healthy.

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How to treat bumblefoot in ducks – safely, effectively, and humanely (with video!)

How to treat bumblefoot in ducks – safely, effectively, and humanely (with video!)

Bumblefoot is a common and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection ducks and other poultry get on their feet. Here’s how to identify, prevent, and treat bumblefoot in ducks. 

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mawy the duck became marty the duck

Can birds change sex? The curious story of Mary/Marty the duck…

Can birds change sex? Find out how and why wild and domesticated birds change sex, including the curious story of Marigold the duck.

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how to make your duck broody

Why and how to make a duck go broody

If your ducks (or chickens) are laying soft eggs or are egg bound, making them go broody may be a life-saving intervention. Find out how to do it in this article!

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how to medicate a duck orally

How to orally medicate ducks with pills or syringes (includes videos!)

Trying to find out how to medicate ducks? We’ll show you how to safely pill or syringe your pet or backyard ducks to provide the medications they need.

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how to diaper a duck

How to diaper a duck (with instructional video!)

A step-by-step article + video showing you how to diaper a duck (or goose or chicken). Good for pet ducks OR prolonged care for a sick/injured outdoor duck.

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