Available for Adoption
Twix
Twix is a male Rouen, as of July 2024, we estimate his age to be between 9-10 weeks old.
Frequently Asked Questions
All the Answers to Your Waterfowl Adoption Questions
How much is your waterfowl adoption fee?
In place of an adoption fee, we ask for a small donation. Donations help with feed, bedding, and medical costs. They also allow us to continue to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome waterfowl. Many have asked us about a donation amount. Rescues on average ask for a $10-$25 adoption fee for waterfowl. We are grateful for any donation received.
Do you ship birds?
We do NOT ship our rescued ducks and geese. We will coordinate pickup with all adopters.
What do I need to transport my bird?
Please bring a pet carrier or cage with bedding, so they will be comfortable for the ride.
Ducks and geese must travel inside of your vehicle with you.
Does my adopted duck/goose need water or food for the car trip home?
We recommend providing a water source for the ride home. If you are traveling for less than six hours, you can withhold food, if your trip is over six hours you may provide a small amount of food in their water.
Can I come and meet your adoptable ducks and geese?
If you have filled out our online adoption application and we have pre-approved your family for adoption, you can schedule an appointment to visit our rescue and meet our rescued ducks and geese.
Waterfowl Adoption Considerations & Requirements
Ducks and geese require a predator-proof enclosure, especially at nighttime.
Ducks and geese require Waterfowl Feed, Duck, or All Flock Feed. They also need drinking water and some kind of swimming water that can range from a kiddie pool to a pond.
Be prepared to frequently clean the bedding in coops because ducks and geese poop a lot! Cleaning is also necessary to prevent illness and disease.
Ducks can live up to 15 years and geese can live up to 30 years if they are protected from predators, cared for properly, and maintained on a healthy diet.
If you already have ducks or geese, have you considered how they will react to a new duck or goose in their flock? Geese do well in evenly matched male/female pairs. Ducks are different than geese. If you are not maintaining an all female or all male flock and you do not have more than one pen to provide for drake separations, you will need to maintain a ratio of 1 drake (male) for every 3-4 hens in order to prevent fighting and over-mating issues (that can be fatal).
Are all family members in agreement about adopting a duck or goose?
Have you researched town or city ordinances to make sure you are allowed to keep waterfowl? (Many towns and cities prohibit the keeping of waterfowl).
Do you have a reliable waterfowl vet? Not all avian vets treat ducks and geese, so you will need to find someone who will treat them before you adopt.
Vet care is expensive. Are you willing and capable to spend the money needed to properly care for your duck or goose?
Ducks and geese are flock animals and are happiest in the company of friends. If adopting a duck or goose, you will need to have at least one companion for them. If you don't already have a duck or goose at home, we will require that you adopt a pair.
Are you a home owner? We do not adopt to families who rent or lease.
Are you 18 years or older? We do not adopt to minors.
Waterfowl Adoption Process
Please contact via email, phone or Facebook if interested in adopting one of our ducks. We will schedule a call to ensure requirements are met and arrange for pickup or drop off depending on location.