Duck, Goose, Chicken & Game Bird Hatchery

Frequently Asked Questions

So, do geese make good pets?
Many of us have been charmed by a goose. Their elegant, almost royal bearing, is often contrasted in the next moment, by their silly antics. They are as personable as a pet parrot, or even a cat or dog, and similar in intelligence. Many people feel they bond more closely to humans than a pet duck or chicken does. The total experience is much like a dog or cat. Read some of our stories to get other's opinions.



How do I care for the baby birds?

When can I put them outside?

When do they become completely feathered?

When can I give them swimming water?

When do they start laying eggs?


How do I pick up a duck?

How long does it take Mallards before they fly?

How do I prevent my Mallards from flying?

When should I switch from starter feed to grower feed?

Is the floor surface important with ducks and geese?


Will a single duck/goose be happy living with me?


Do ducks and geese get along?

Does anyone sell egg cartons for duck or goose eggs?

Can ducks and geese survive on a pond?

Do Runner ducks swim?

Can ducks and geese be outside during the winter?

Will they crossbreed?

Do ducks and geese have to have swimming water?

What causes eye problems in my ducklings?

Do you give tours?

Where do I get leg bands for older birds?


What is a mule duck?

What causes the black spots on my duck's bill?

How do I keep ducks out of my swimming pool?

Can my ducks and geese drink and swim in chlorinated water?

Are ducks safe around children?

What is grit?

Should I provide oyster shell?


What do I do about my duck's dull and ragged feathers?


What duck breeds are best to train my dog for herding?

Where do I find Call ducks and Muscovy?

How do I introduce new ducks into my flock?

What are the scientific names for ducks and geese?

So, do geese make good pets?

But, can't geese be mean or aggressive?

What about snacks for geese?

Will poultry lay eggs without any males present?


What should I do with an egg I found?

Do I have to use an incubator?

What is the normal incubation period?

How do I know if an egg is fertile?


What is the life expectancy of a duck or goose?

How do I tell males from females?

How many males and females should I have?