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Description: Raising Ducks for Beginners and Beyond by Kristine Ellis Get started raising your own ducks with this approachable guide by duck-fluencer Kristine Ellis (@dunkin.ducks). FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In Raising Ducks for Beginners and Beyond, Kristine Ellis, the creator of @dunkin.ducks, provides an inspiring, informational guide for all things related to ducks and ducklings. Raising ducks may seem like all fun and games thanks to the adorable and silly birds, but what most people dont realize is just how much work it takes to successfully keep them healthy and happy. The truth is that its not difficult, but it does require time, effort, and knowledge. Through her social media channels, Kristine shares many different aspects of her experience with raising ducks. She shows the good, the bad, and everything in between. In Raising Ducks for Beginners and Beyond, Kristine takes the same honest approach and covers it all:When and how to start: When is the best time to start raising your ducks? What are the pros and cons? Are there any specific requirements in your state regarding keeping ducks? How should you set up when bringing your ducks home? And everything you should know before welcoming your ducks.How to choose your ducks: Different types of ducks, male-to-female ratio, size of the ducks, and more. There are many considerations when it comes to picking which ducks you want to raise.Ducklings to ducks: Learn how to raise ducklings, let your ducks hatch their own eggs, transition your ducklings to the outdoors, and more.Nutrition and feeding: Make sure theyre receiving the right nutrient ratios and that theyre surrounded by duck-safe plants, flowers, and more. Keeping your ducks healthy (and happy!): What is the right bedding to keep your ducks comfortable? What about coop and/or pen size? What are common illnesses among ducks? And more on how to keep your ducks in good shape and content.Pools and ponds: One of the key differences from chicken-keeping, ponds are absolutely vital for ducks. This chapter helps you make sure your ducks pools and/or ponds are the correct size and that they are kept nice and clean. Ducks through the seasons: Learn how to treat your ducks according to season. What seasons affect ducks, and why?Predators: One of the most important parts of keeping ducks is keeping them safe. Know what their predators are and how to keep them at bay. Duck eggs: Whats the difference between a duck egg and a chicken egg? Is one better than the other? What can you use duck eggs for? Learn all you need to know about the nutritional value of duck eggs and how you can use them.Through tutorials, instructions, and tips, this essential guide will have you feeling confident through every step of the process of raising and keeping ducks. Author Biography Kristine Ellis received her first duck as a birthday gift when she turned five years old. In her freshman year of high school, she joined a local 4-H poultry club where her love of ducks flourished. In 2017, she purchased her first miniature duck from a member of the club. That duck, Munchkin, became the star of Dunkin Ducks the next year! The Dunkin Ducks Instagram page was initially created to connect with others who raise ducks and share duck pictures for fun. To this day, education and community remain important parts of all Dunkin Ducks pages, where millions of followers subscribe to follow along. Dunkin Ducks has been featured in dozens of media outlets including the New York Post, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Boston Globe. Krissy also remains involved in 4-H, where she now teaches kids about raising poultry. Table of Contents INTRO-DUCK-TIONCHAPTER 1 So, You Want to Keep Ducks!When to StartThe Rules and Regulations of Duck KeepingAre Chickens or Ducks Better for You?Be PreparedCHAPTER 2 Choosing Your DucksThe Wide World of DucksDuck Size: It MattersMale-to-Female RatioCHAPTER 3 From Ducklings to DucksWhere to Buy Eggs, Ducklings,mor Adult DucksIncubating Duck EggsRaising Ducklings (Housing, Heaters, Food, and Water)Broody Ducks (Letting Your Ducks Hatch Their Own Eggs)Transitioning Your Ducklings OutsideBonding with Your DucklingsCHAPTER 4 Nutrition, Feeding, and TreatsDuck Feed Through Each Life StageHow to Feed Your DucksSafe Foods and Unsafe FoodsCHAPTER 5 Keeping Your Ducks Happy and HealthyDuck VeterinariansThe Duck First Aid KitNatural RemediesLosing a DuckCommon Illnesses and AilmentsManaging Health While Integrating New Ducks into Your FlockCHAPTER 6 Pens, Pools, and Predator ProofingHousing Requirements: The CoopHousing Requirements: The PenBedding MaterialsFree RangingPredatorsDuck Pools and Duck PondsCHAPTER 7 Ducks Through the SeasonsMating SeasonMolting Season(s)Caring for Ducks in the WinterKeeping Cool in SummerA FEW MORE DUCKSRESOURCESACKNOWLEDGMENTSABOUT THE AUTHORINDEX Review "As someone who has owned ducks for years, Krissys insights still taught me lots of new stuff! If you are even thinking about getting started with some of these feathered friends, read this book first." * Savannah Etheridge, creator of The Hot Mess Homestead and author of Love Between Shadows * Details ISBN0760388458 Author Kristine Ellis Pages 160 Publisher Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780760388457 Format Paperback Imprint Cool Springs Press Country of Publication United States Illustrations color photos Audience General ISBN-10 0760388458 Subtitle The Guide to Breeds, Ponds, Nutrition, and All Things Duck DEWEY 636.597 NZ Release Date 2024-06-03 Publication Date 2024-06-20 US Release Date 2024-06-20 UK Release Date 2024-06-20 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160384439;

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