Ducks.

[Isal9785]

Ordered 6 female ducklings from Cackle Hatchery. Got 6 but after caring for them for 10 weeks, at least 3 ended up being males. Called Cackle. They sent 5 duckling with NO heating pad and little bedding. Had a hard time trying to get the survivors to eat and drink. One ducking was dead on arrival and another died the following day. Called Cackle. They said "sorry about no heating pad for ducklings. Our packers messed up." Just like the ones that sent me males instead of females. Since I paid for 6 females, now they will give me refund for 1 duckling. Too many mistakes. Choose to deal with some other hatchery in future. Great disappointment and now faced with males I don't know what to do with. They are 11 weeks old, eat a lot and are big and quiet, healthy, except for one with hip abnormality. Any ideas?

 

[Joeschooks]

I’m so sorry to hear about your awful experiences. I know nothing about ducks but just wanted to say There’s so many helpful, knowledgeable folks here and I’m sure you’ll find this site useful

 

[Jayellebee]

I got my ducks as straight run and found out that I ended up with 7 males and 3 females. I had to make a tough decision and try to rehome some of my males for the sake of the females. It sucks... You could always try buying more females from a more reputable hatchery? or check craigslist or local farmers? good luck!

 

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[Teila]

G'Day from down under Isal.... Welcome!

I am sorry to hear of your loss and having to experience such a major stuff up

I do hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

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[redranger209]

My experiences with cackle are great. I’ve only got chicks from there tho

 

[drumstick diva]

Every now and then a blind squirrel finds a nut. But, not often enough with some hatcheries.

 

[Pork Pie]

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