Duck readiness planning sheet
Work through the plan before setting an arrival date. Use current duck-specific guidance and local expert support; ducklings need their own age-appropriate brooding plan.
FIT: household goals / local requirements / proposed flock / space / costs to investigate
SHELTER: dry resting space / ventilation / weather and predator protection / cleaning access / unfinished work
WATER: age-appropriate equipment / clean supply / filling and cleaning route / drainage / seasonal questions
FEED: age and purpose / proposed feed / expert advice / supplier / dry storage / ongoing costs
DAILY CARE: regular carer / willing backup / observations / cleaning / supplies / instructions
SUPPORT: poultry adviser / veterinarian / biosecurity questions / emergency contact arrangements
READINESS: question still open / person investigating / work to finish / date to review before arrival