Shipping & handling
Reference books
Feed, various types; grit; oyster shell
Temporary pen, materials and assembly by handyman
Veterinarian visits (3, so far, one duck)
Lead-free hoses, nozzle and connector
Coop & extended pen
Plastic poultry netting, assorted, with poles
Anti-raccoon hardware cloth
Brooder kit with waterer and feeder
Second waterer (same size)
Larger waterer (2)
Largest waterer
Rubber bowls in 3 sizes (4)
Metal bowl for water overflow
Kiddie pool
Bedding material, numerous bags
Grilles for water and food bowls
Sheep foot bath
Poultry carrier
Automatic waterer
Automatic bootie dispenser with refills
Disposable gloves
Antiseptic wipes, soap, hand gel
Metal cans for feed storage (2)
Bungee cords to secure cans
Extra clips to secure pen
Grand Total: ???
The true value of five ducks quacking hello as soon as they see you: Priceless!
*Approximate cost, multiplied by five ducks. Requesting female gender, unusual breeds–a couple bucks more.
Text copyright 2012, Lori Fontanes
Photos by Pamela Rosenburgh
What the Ducks! 
Very Nice..