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Duck Introductions

Our first 4 ducks hatched in TX on 5/5/21 and were then immediately shipped to us. We had wanted 2 of the Fawn and White Indian Runner Ducks and 2 Black and White Magpie Ducks. These were all sold as a straight run only, so we weren’t sure how many males/females we would end upContinue reading “Duck Introductions”

Duck LOVE

I never would have thought in a million years that I would love having ducks as much as I do, and I know Randy feels the same. We initially got ducks on a whim, we were getting a bunch of chickens and we figured the ducks would be a fun addition. Turns out they wereContinue reading “Duck LOVE”

Finding the perfect spot

We bought our house in late 2018, and moved in early 2019. We obviously loved the house, which is why we bought it but there was some work to be done! Getting chickens was something we discussed a couple of times since moving in but we were so inundated with projects and reworking the landscapeContinue reading “Finding the perfect spot”

Breed Selection – Ducks

Ducks! Why not… duck eggs are great for eating just the same as chickens. Duck eggs are especially good for baking too! Almost all of the same questions come up with ducks… what size/weight class, raising them for meat or eggs or both, temperament… hardiness is pretty straightforward… they manage the extremes well due toContinue reading “Breed Selection – Ducks”

Breed Selection – Chickens

We had no idea where to start when it came to selecting what breeds we should get. Whether you are asking friends or family or reading posts on social media you are bound to get a wide variety of what everyone’s favorite is and why. Ultimately you have to do your research and decide… doContinue reading “Breed Selection – Chickens”