Re: duck clutch

alex massey wrote:
> Many thanks to both. One of our drakes, Bob, is very timid. The
> other, Mike, is protective of hs 'flock' but only ever pecks shoes,

What is your ratio to ducks and drakes ?
It would be a really good idea to ensure that this is around 3 ducks to a
drake in future or the ducks can get badly damaged by the drakes activities
What are you going to do with your spare drakes in the forthcomig clutch ??
Its a good idea to have plans in mind for their new homes in about 9 weeks
time

good luck and let us know

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