{"id":8296,"date":"2021-02-07T10:38:02","date_gmt":"2021-02-07T10:38:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/?p=8296"},"modified":"2021-02-10T12:27:44","modified_gmt":"2021-02-10T12:27:44","slug":"how-to-catch-a-baby-duck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmandanimals.com\/how-to-catch-a-baby-duck\/","title":{"rendered":"Q&A For Safe Duck Handling: How To Catch A Baby Duck"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you are keeping any type of fowl or livestock, including geese or ducks<\/a>, safe, effective handling is key to success. If you don\u2019t know how to handle your charges properly, you may end up injuring them. In this article, we provide smart tips that you are sure to find helpful when you need to catch baby ducks, handle mature birds, deliver medications, tend injuries and so on. Read on to learn more on how to catch a baby duck.<\/p>\n

Q&A For Safe Duck Handling<\/h2>\n

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1. Are ducks hard to handle?<\/h3>\n

Most types of ducks<\/a> are fairly tame. Some breeds are a bit more fractious than others, but generally speaking, ducks that are used to being around people are pretty easy to manage. The key to easy duck handling is regular duck handling. Make a point of handling ducklings when they are young so that they will be tame and easy to manage when they mature.<\/p>\n

2. How can you tame a mature duck?<\/h3>\n

If you have come into possession of unhandled, mature ducks, begin by simply getting them used to a regular routine. Settle them into a safe, quiet, contained environment and make a point of feeding and cleaning every day at the same time, in the same way. Speak quietly and move carefully so that your new ducks will learn that they have nothing to fear from you.<\/p>\n

After a week or two, they should be comfortable around you, and you can add some petting and handling to your routine. When holding and taming ducks, don\u2019t ruffle their feathers. Always stroke them in the direction the feathers grow. Continue talking quietly to accustom the birds to your voice and presence.<\/p>\n

3. How do you catch a duck?<\/h3>\n

Whether you are trying to catch a baby duck or a mature duck, you should not try to chase the bird down. This is bound to make the duck skittish, and may cause injury.<\/p>\n

If you are dealing with a fairly tame duck, try luring it with a food treat. If you are attempting to catch an unhandled duck, gently herd it into an enclosed area where it will be easier for you to corner it and pick it up.<\/p>\n

4. How do you herd ducks?<\/h3>\n

To herd ducks, just amble along behind them holding your arms out and gently sidestepping as needed to block them from doubling back and slipping away.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t rush, shout, wave your arms or do anything else alarming. Just walk along encouraging the duck to walk along ahead of you and into a small area where they can be caught.<\/p>\n

5. Will ducks bite or scratch?<\/h3>\n

Most ducks will not aggress, but completely unhandled or wild ducks might. Male ducks may also be a bit more aggressive than females.<\/p>\n

Additionally, if you are trying to catch multiple ducks for veterinary care, worming or other treatment, the birds may become skittish.<\/p>\n

As with handling any animal, it\u2019s always a good idea to protect yourself from nips, scratches, germs and vermin by wearing long sleeves, pants, gloves and solid shoes.<\/p>\n

6. How do you pick up a duck?<\/h3>\n

Once you have your duck corralled in an area where it cannot get away, you can simply place a hand on either side near the top of the wings (toward the front of the bird).<\/p>\n

This allows you to get a firm grip and hold the wings down to prevent flapping. Most ducks will settle down and surrender once you have a good hold, so it\u2019s easy to pick the duck up.<\/p>\n

Alternately, you can place a hand on the bird\u2019s chest and another on its back to get it to settle. Then you can move your hands around to secure the wings.<\/p>\n

How To Hold A Duck<\/h4>\n
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