As promised, a duckling update. They are growing like weeds, eating bowls of food. I finally had to change out their small bowl to a larger bowl and I’m still filling it three times a day or more.
They spend most of their time eating, swimming in their water bowl – I’ll probably try bathtub time later this week – and sleeping on their heat pad. They spend a few minutes several times a day on their blanket (okay, Scout’s blanket, but she doesn’t seem to mind) building up their leg strength.
They seem healthy and happy, so I’m seriously thinking of names. They are still just “the girls” for now (even though sex is undetermined yet).
Today they surprised me. I put them on their blanket, then went into the kitchen to get my camera. And. They. Followed. Me. Quacking all the way. Of course, I got them to repeat it so I could get it on video. I guess they’ve imprinted on me. ❤
Respite open thread…
Miss Bianca
Dig that psychedelic nest there, baby!
Adam L Silverman
Obligatory!!!!
Adam L Silverman
@Miss Bianca: You have text messages.
About clowns.
No need to thank me, you’re quite welcome!
?BillinGlendaleCA
I went to Franklin Canyon to take some pics today, saw a duckling in the lake. I got a pic of it before it dived underwater.
cain
Khush enjoyed the videos and was more interested in your cat when they walked across. :-)
Goku (aka Amerikan Baka)
@Adam L Silverman:
I miss shows like that. You can’t get away with guns that shoot real bullets in kids’ shows anymore.
BTW, have you seen the new Duck Tales?
zhena gogolia
Great cat video-bombing!
TaMara (HFG)
@cain:
@zhena gogolia:
I loved how completely unimpressed the ducklings were by her cameo.
rikyrah
Thank you ?????
Too cute for words ?
Goku (aka Amerikan Baka)
Cute duckies! They really are growing up fast
Joy in FL
I love that video. And when the cat walked by as if having ducklings in her living room is absolutely usual : ) They are so cute!!!
Yutsano
@Goku (aka Amerikan Baka): I never thought I would hear a better Scrooge than Alan Young. Then David Tennant entered the chat. You can tell he not only enjoys the character, he just loves getting to tear into dialogue in his native Scottish brogue. He’s brilliant.
CaseyL
Adorable update! Do they settle down to sleep at night, or are you periodically awakened by baby quackings?
@Joy in FL: I think TaMara’s cats and dogs are indeed accustomed to seeing odd creatures inhabiting their territory. There have been quite a few!
LesGS
I have to say it was a bit startling to click over to see the video of the ducklings and have “What’s 4 Dinner Solutions” at the top of the page…
Benw
Too cute
frosty
I’m smiling. And I haven’t watched the video yet!
mrmoshpotato
HOLY CUTENESS BATMAN!
Adam L Silverman
@Goku (aka Amerikan Baka): I have not. I never really watched the original. I just know the catchphrase and figured I’d post the video.
sfinny
Love those ducklings and the cat just walking through is perfect. Good luck with all.
Miss Bianca
@Adam L Silverman:
Da fuq? I do?
Not seeing ’em. Probably just as well!
Major Major Major Major
Thank you!! Love it!
ellie
When did you get new ducklings? They are adorable!
SectionH
Squeeee! Is Bixby still being Daddy to them?
MagdaInBlack
Awww. Yup, they’ve imprinted. They’re gonna be your little quacking shadows ❤️❤️
Rob
Awww
Dorothy A. Winsor
That is so cute!
J.
@TaMara (HFG): Those ducklings are adorable! Thanks for brightening my morning. And I am impressed that your cat ignored them. Mine, in his youth, would have chased them around the house or played duck hockey.
Elizabelle
Watched this video twice. Ducklings are darling. And you have a very pleasant voice, TaMara.
Plus: bonus cat. LOL.
TheronWare
Those ducklings are adorable!
Auntie Beak
Oh, be careful. One of the most traumatic experiences of my young life (I was 5 at the time) was when my beloved grandfather gave me my own duckling. She (it?) imprinted on me, and I spent hours running around the furnace in our basement with her (it?) following, until one day I mis-stepped and crushed the poor little thing’s head under my heel. I can still, to this day, 60 years later, see that sad little image when I close my eyes and think about it.
Oh, and there were two ducklings total. The other one, my grandfather re-assumed responsibility for. We had roast duck for Easter dinner that year. Also massively traumatizing.
I am totally experiencing PTSD from these duckling posts.