Publisher's Synopsis
Indian runner ducks as pets
Indian Runner Ducks are often referred to as the "penguin duck" for a very good reason indeed - they stand up and they run unlike any other duck you will ever see. To watch a group of these creatures running will make you laugh as they can be a funny bunch. With their amazing, unique personalities they can provide hours of endless fun and fascination for everyone. They really do have a way of bringing a certain calm and 'otherness' that is almost unexplainable. While the idea of having a runner duck can seem very interesting, you must remember that runner ducks do become extremely attached to their human caregivers and it is a decision you shouldn't take lightly because it is truly is a lifelong commitment. This book takes you through all the essentials of having a runner duck at home. This book will inform you about the right breeding and keeping conditions to ensure that you have a healthy flock in your backyard. There are also several health considerations with ducks that I have discussed in detail in this book. My ducks make me laugh, every day. They are so funny, the way they walk and behave. I hope yours will make you laugh tool. Topics covered: - The basics- Diet- Training- Pros and cons- Buying - Housing- Feeding- Interacting- Breeding- Eggs- Health....and much more
