Hi.

We've got 10 Ducks of different ages who have the run of a paddock which is just under an acre.  They are all really happy with plenty to eat & drink.

Our oldest Duck who is 2+ years old, really struggles to keep up with the rest of them.  She is a commercial Aylesbury, in good condition. The others are KC's & KC crosses of a younger age.

She eats & drinks then just sits down, almost watching the world go by while the rest are foraging about.  When they move any distance she has to get up & follow them, but does really struggle & would rather just sit around.

Should i make their paddock smaller (not fair on the younger Ducks) or leave it as it is?

Thanks.  Rich.

Hi, thanks Mollie.

Yes i could split it up into smaller bits.  Yesterday i watched her & when i let them out the younger ones just ran/flew to the bottom which is abit flooded, she just waddled out, after about 2 minutes, started quacking very loudly which brought the others back.

When she does keep with the flock she just sits & grazes.  I know Ducks waddle but she seems to be really struggling, really swaying from side to side although in no obvious pain.  She's always been a large Duck & i'm wondering if she's got a problem with her legs.  I've checked her feet which are fine.

Thanks again, Rich.