ducklings first swim

[duckiedee]

how soon before i can let my ducklings take their first swim?.....they are 2 days old at the moment

thanks for any advice x

 

[dorsetduckowner]

I would give them at least a week and NEVER leave them unattended in the presence of swimming water. Always make sure then can touch the bottom and get out EASILY when they want to. Make sure they can dry off and be warm immediately after swimming.

 

[Marigold]

Like children, really!