Indian Runner Ducks & Home-made Duck House

[@hoochoy]

This is my dream world! Big piece of land, small waterfall on a stream, birds, cows, chickens, ducks, a horse and the perfect dog , a Border Collie. Loved the video

[@MWcrazyhorse]

Start with a little piece of land and make it your reality!

[@Naughtystimpy]

There will be lots and lots of 💩💩💩💩💩

[@mrz-1860]

8-1-19 EST HI,My dad has been looking too(dream world) when you do, let me know, Please.( Shiloh, my dads best friend (I'm his Beagle) Super great video

[@ceecee867]

I was raised in a place like this and always thought it was too much work to be done even if I loved with all my life. Then I moved to a super tiny apartment on the city to work in an office (mostly to prepare myself for the real world), and suddenly I was like 'wth am I doing????? THIS is hardwork, I'm bloody unhappy, this isn't the real world, this is a joke'. Thing is, life is a hardwork, but some hardwokrs are just insane and unreasonable; I'm moving back as soon as I can for good.

[@helenaville5939]

@@shaash5236 It's only work if you don't enjoy doing it. It's leisure when you do.

[@lokisfriend]

Happy ducks, happy dog, peaceful home life. Lucky man, making his dream come true, much respect.

[@alansimpson2647]

All he needs now is a woman to....

[@BullshitMan4]

Alan Simpson too much drama and stress.

[@KARIS1961]

irishwench333 ducks are what brings me peace. I am so thankful for them.

[@captainnathanalgren5564]

jjj

[@captainnathanalgren5564]

fucking ravers

[@janerainsford8996]

Omg. These ducks are adorable. It’s like a children’s book come to life.

[@usmanmuhammed8897]

I am interested in a duck book.

[@toaiguongjin2604]

Jane Rainsford they're so cute so him too. How ducks know camera be shy too, wow. May be camera man make them shy?

[@Yootjoob]

You mean Disney Story comes alive :-)

[@exploringON]

rollingklouds lmao

[@TheGoodHeart1000]

What a fantastic comment!😊😊😊

[@fionasimagination]

I love ducks♡ This year a wild duck started breeding in a flower pot infront of my bedroom window right next to my bed on our balcony. It was one of the most magical experiences ever. I am bedbound due to illness so I spent a lot of time watching and talking to the ducky♡ She only left for a short period every day in the evening to feed and wash and do her business. She didn't soil her nest even once. She had 6 gorgeous chicks. I hope she comes back next year♡

[@elforeigner3260]

Ducks are the fiercest predators of snails and slugs, but they don’t destroy the greens and they even fertilize them. Perfect pest control

[@punk_towns]

@Antonio Jutronic can confirm! my runners love eating them

[@azurehue2248]

My ducks LOVE slugs. I also love them; I find them super cute. :( They are less cute when they destroy my squash. So I gotta choose!

[@cogidubnus1953]

@@azurehue2248 Our Khaki Campbells reduced our grassed area to a Somme-like expanse of mud and craters...slug and snail free, but pretty barren too! But they were a joy and I miss them...and the eggs too!

[@maycodd6025]

@@azurehue2248 you are amazing may

[@mybigboiphilip6997]

coming from a person with ducks, i dont know what you mean by "they dont destroy the greens"... my girl Ferdinand is a monster green destroyer... and an expert snail/slug ignore-er..

[@LONDONIA2072]

Amongst all the scary news and depressing politics how wonderful to find a genuine and inspiring person sharing this wonderful content. Thanks!

[@rondunn4336]

It is delightful to observe your kindness and love towards all your livestock. If they are not happy, healthy and content, you can not possibly be.

[@cynhanrahan4012]

I have a farm collie, his family comes down from immediate farm stock. And while mine sleeps indoors, his family has a door to the outside to protect the the stock, chickens, ducks. gees, turkeys, goats, sheep and the vegetable garden. My dog would be a horrid pet without the work he does, and needs his jobs to stay sane. And of course, his training. Lovely job, Mossy Bottom, I envy your life.

[@hellarey]

Not only are your ducks utmost lovable, but the construstion of the duck house is most impressive. 🏠🦆❤️

[@dianedede245]

A gentle earth carer. What a blessing. All goodness to behold.

[@scoutingmallard]

4:10 - "One thing to be aware of duck is, they are quite timid to begin with" Duck: Give the food. GIVE THE FOOOOOOOOD!

[@karenolivo117]

It is so fun to watch all these things that Mossy bottom I have an acre of land outside of Gervais Oregon United States the Ducks and the geese and the chickens and the ponies and the pigs it's like watching my life all over again

[@katana2665]

For all the difficulties of my life these days, the one thing I can count on is a smile when i watch your life. I wish your ducks a long and healthy life. :)

[@Bolensgoldrush]

Your duck house is not only beautiful to look at, but it's incredibly well-thought-out and functional. Amazing!

[@rmandel925]

Charming ducks indeed and you sir are a charming presenter with a great channel, from another bird lover

[@erikandersson1647]

Damn … you look good.

[@rzch6092]

@@erikandersson1647 loooool

[@tmdavidson1478]

I'm glad you're sharing videos again. Your gentle and thoughtful approach to the creatures and your land is very inspiring.

[@ShimonKupferman]

It's so beautiful to watch you and the background around you. I wish you the best possible life!

[@soshay8442]

LOVE the duck house design. I have Indian runner ducks. They absolutely love the water. I live on a lake and the runners spend more time in the water than on land. They are so happy in the water. Even with a huge source of water in the lake, new puddles or water from the hose on the ground is also irresistible to them. Couldn’t imagine keeping them without water. Wonderful homestead you have. Love your videos.

[@donelookin3386]

This guys voice is amazing, he could read me anything and I would have to listen. Some people put music on to sleep, I just put his video on... lol....

[@bizzybee852]

Loved seeing your runner ducks. The final shot with the cows in the background and the green rolling pastures was so beautiful. You are truly blessed. I am stuck in the city/suburb of Atlanta, Ga. in an apartment right now.We had a 1 acre homestead with a brick cottage that needed renovating, but we lived in it, and we paid cash and had a $6000 well put in for fresh water. Then my 2yr old grandson went into the hospital 2 weeks before Christmas 2yrs ago, and was diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia . My daughter rented us an apartment so we could be near them during this trying time and help take care of our granddaughter who was 7yrs old at the time, while little Jackson started chemotherapy. We planned on staying for at least 3 or 4 months so we had all the electricity and gas cut off at our house and sold our heritage breed chickens. We knew we could restock when we came back home. Then one night we get a call from our neighbor, someone broke into our house and started a fire in the living room, and burnt our house down. It would just so happen, while we were going through the fear and heartbreak of dealing with Jackson's health and treatment, we had forgotten about our annual homeowner's insurance coming due. The bill was waiting for us at the post office as we had our mail held until we came back. Not having a house or car payment, and paying off the utilities and having them shut off, we thought we had nothing to worry about paying until we got back home. Of course, we were over 30 days late on the annual insurance payment, so they would not cover the fire. So now we are stuck living 2 and a half hours away in a big city area in an apartment, and I really miss growing my organic heirloom vegetables, and eating grass feed organic eggs from my heritage breed chickens. So, never take for granted how blessed you are to live on the land, raise your own food, and enjoy the beauty of animals and nature. I will never take it for granted if we ever get back.

[@LoneSeaEagleOfSkye]

bizzybee, So sorry to hear of your sad loss, and your words of advice at the end are to be taken seriously. I hope you and your family are doing better now?

[@HiddenEvilStudios]

Look at these LENGTHY LADS! Very good and ELONGATED quackers!

[@JB-pd4ni]

"Charming creatures", I agree 100%! Glad to see all is well in your world.

[@hannabass1132]

I LOVE ducks. They are silly and soft and cute from start to finish. I haven't raised that breed yet.

[@Daviep63]

More of Moss ffs.. we love Moss 💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍😍OMG yes!!!! @ 12:58 Ducks DEFINITELY need want & need water!! So adorable!!! Thank you for the blessing of this video. 🤗💞🤗

[@000Margy000]

My son put me on to your channel. It's brilliant! Thank you for letting us in on your life, your videos are so refreshing.

[@nomebear]

I was stunned at the beauty of the green fields of Ireland when I first saw them. Tis truly the greenest green I have ever seen.

[@evwesson5752]

I'm a watercolor painter and came across your video while looking for inspiration to paint nesting Canadian Geese. There's a bit of country in my soul, as that was my upbringing. Your ducks are charming and so are you!

[@sarajane7610]

Awe your sweet ducks are so adorable. They came right to you so cute.

[@linus0804]

I’m living my life vicariously through your videos. I’ve always wanted to have a small farm.

[@catherineskis]

Think mud, muck, snow

[@derekdalton5658]

Nugget is a heart breaker. What a cute duck. And so affectionate.😊

[@cherylj7460]

Aw, I once had a khaki Campbell! So beautiful! Sable brown, black feet and bill, green eyes. She was the only pet duck I’ve ever had that would stretch out on her side and love to be scratched. She rolled around just like a kitten!

[@mjadams3731]

So glad you're back! Have missed your videos. And the ducks....yes, they do belong to the water pond with out a doubt :)

[@Sindri44]

All ducks Like water But it is not necessary IRD / Cayuga's / Khakis Need big pools even less .....Hell Cayuga ducks are a mountain Duck No ponds up there

[@stolennimbus]

The ducks looked so happy in the water. 🦆

[@lindaschoenherr482]

Love the ducks. What a good dad you are. You have made a very nice place for them.

[@cottonwood992000]

Great video. Here in New Mexico, on the high desert, we don't have slug problems so much as ticks but letting the chickens out to free range during the day totally eliminates the ticks and all garden pests. Plus they fertilize the garden as they go. Natural, organic fertilizer and pest control! What could be better. Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration!

[@davelawson2564]

Agree,

[@madeleine7729]

I'm in love with Nugget!

[@kathymaynard6213]

Love seeing your farm. Thanks so much for sharing it with us city dwellers. Peaceful and serene.

[@scotnick59]

It would do the world well having more folks like him it

[@susanbrown2909]

So glad you have the ducks quality of life at heart..u look after your animals well...Arrh s cute in the water area. They love swimming and ducking under the water,so delightful to see.

[@goaskalice9310]

Thank you mossy from my humble cabin in America, I’ve always loved Indian runners, but more of a goose and chicken farmer, so dang cute

[@kathrynkidd7828]

Watching from New Zealand. Good to see you back. Love your ducks.

[@mdog0657]

I figured when I saw he ducks on Intagram that a new video wouldn't be far behind. The ducks are much more personable (for lack of a better term) than I thought they would be. Nice to see a new video and look forward to the cottage restoration.

[@Saturn-uz6jc]

How man was meant to live. Connected to and apart of nature. Not disconnected and apart from nature. You are an inspiration to us all.

[@timmorey9844]

Howdy from South Texas. Great video and some really good Tips. Enjoyed it.

[@Charcolate_Ivy]

They are so adorable!! Although I have to admit that nugget is my favorite too... shhh don’t let the other two know.

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

I was just thinking about you t'other day. So peaceful watching you. Thanks. Xxxx

[@lynnnorton7155]

Loved this video! Your ducks are precious and it was nice to hear from you again.

[@southerntexashomestead5028]

Your ducks are wonderful. Great to see how happy they are in their gorgeous home. Love the bit at the end ♡

[@jennymay4720]

I've been drawing ducklings all well and stumbling on this video made me so happy. Spec to see them in the water, which I agree with you they love. Great work on the duck house. Love your videos. Thank you.

[@paulboden7850]

Blessed are the peacemakers...🕊

[@sandyp9891]

Thank you for this! I almost always have my breakfast of eggs and garden veggies sitting in front of a KZbin video or two and this one made me smile... a lot. I wish I could have ducks, but I can't deal with the preditors where I live in SE Texas USA, namely rat snakes, coyotes, bobcats, and our own species of fox. I would cry a river if I lost a duck or a chicken. So, yes, thanks again because I love to see success stories and happy animals. ;)

[@sheikowi]

What a bright, good man,

[@Afonso_Guest_House]

Thank you for your video. You are a beautiful human being and your voice is so calming! Thank you indeed!

[@smellyolegoat150]

Charming, the ducks, the dog, the cows, the land, the duck house, and you! Keep it up.

[@kiera1hypatia]

Oh my heart, your ducks are absolutely precious! Love the added bloopers at the end. :D Lovely video, as always.

[@sterlingprice5963]

The place is looking up, and your flock is growing. Love the ducks. Peace.

[@TinaSotis]

What I love about your posts is how non-coercive they are. So many KZbin channels scream, "Like me!" And though I can see this channel is a way for you to have an income stream, there's an honesty and gentleness I don't see elsewhere. I don't feel like I'm being manipulated. And I'm inspired by your lifestyle choice without feeling that awful jealousy that washes over me while watching other like channels. Thank you for showing us your life - it looks like hard work, but doable and possible-not out of reach, you know?❤️ And these ducks are adorable!!!

[@dorindamiddleton5418]

I’ve missed your videos so much! I know winters are wet over there and it was probably hard to keep filming, but you’ve been missed my friend. Love your little ducks! I’ve been thinking about getting some when we move. Hoping for a sweet bed and breakfast with land to market garden and room for a few animals. Keeping you in my prayers.

[@marieleopold1625]

AHHhhhhh, SoooOOOooo nice to see your EVER-SMILING face again! WHAT 'JOY' you exude young man! You make me pine for having some land of my own! WELL DONE! Your intelligent, well-researched, decisions and the GENUINE LOVE, you put into all you do...are so VERY 'Evident'! If I were a DUCK or any animal on your farm, I would feel as though I ended up in a 'Garden of Eden'! HEART, HEART, HEART! You place yourself as though into the very animal you incorporate, considering practicality, budget, safety for; animal, yourself and from predators . Materials are wisely chosen, environment at the forefront. TRULY, this is both; entertaining and informative. I realize, and though only in part, that you have much to consider, but it would make a good guide to format these videos into book form. I pray for your well-being 'Mossy Bottom' and look forward to following videos. Due keep SMILING...it ails all that is not! God Bless you!

[@MossyBottom]

What a lovely comment! Thanks ever so much for your support! :)

[@alansimpson2647]

then he better not make the mistake made there!

[@judithshaw890]

Very informative video! I'm from Waco, TX but fell in love with Ireland when I visited a couple of years ago. You have a blessed life!

[@Rudelherz]

Love how you handle and talk about your animals. Very rare to find. Great guy and channel here❤

[@alli3010]

Bliss!!! Happy you’re back! Cannot wait to see what else you’ve been up to!!! Enjoying every bit of it!!!

[@mywoolmitten]

A very clever duck house and lovely ducks! The thing I like about ducks around the gardens, is that they aren't nearly as destructive to plants while they forage for bugs and slugs ;) Thank you for sharing with us!

[@KJensenStudio]

Thanks for providing some good tips about duck raising. I had the good fortune of having a couple of duck friends a few years ago, and you are so right about their timid nature. They'd stop by my house every day for a pan of fresh water, and we would hang out together for a while. Very affectionate, very emotional. I miss them every day since we moved. I'm so glad you 'get' them :-)

[@liubagallucci5275]

I was born in a farm in Brazil, but now I live in Maine USA....We had lots of chickens, ducks and some geese too.....I love to see your videos....I cant wait to see your cottage, I visited Ireland a very long time ago and I loved the little cottages. Stay happy and healthy, Liuba

[@conorcrotty]

Ha! Love the out-takes at the end. Keep up the great work absolutely inspiring.

[@RedFulani]

I love, love, love the bloopers. Moss is the bestest pup ever!

[@mortimer67]

Delighted to see you uploading again!

[@DianeD862]

We just love this channel and mossy love the ducks would love to do what you have done just love Ireland we could live there xxxxxDiane Colin till next time 🇨🇮🐸💚💚💚🍀🇨🇮

[@elainecampbell8083]

Wonderful video. And loved the out takes. lol Very interesting how you raised the ducks and their environment. Beautiful! :)

[@imaramblins]

11:35 - 11:50 While you're giving the tutorial on your ducks. Your dog runs around the fence, and happily grabs a random stick in the background. This cracked me up. Well don on this video sir. Your ducks are adorable, and you all seem happy!

[@janicerosenthal8798]

Love seeing your videos again always a pleasure. The ducks are just wonderful and yes they love that little stream ❤️🦆🦆🦆

[@margietucker1719]

The ducks and their first experience with water---how charming! Loved seeing how excited they were ♥

[@chefevilee9566]

You chose wisely. I had Indian runners for three and s half years. I love them dearly. I just gave them away about a month ago😭But they went to go live at a wonderful farm with 50 acres in a 7 acre pond.!

[@2degucitas]

Can they swim? Their body seems the wrong shape.

[@chefevilee9566]

2degucitas lol They are goofy looking but Yep they can swim great. They can fly to get away from predators also. But they do not do either as well as like a mallard. But they do fine. They are really wonderful ducks as you can tell from the video! They are really loving and just so much fun to have. And I believe they lay eggs through their entire life also? that is a bonus over a chicken. That’s what I was told but cannot confirm because they were 3 1/2 years old with many more years to go. My husband and I are going to be traveling for work and they are just big work to pay somebody to come and take care of.

[@2degucitas]

@@chefevilee9566 Thanks.

[@lucaspuillet4878]

Lee Michaels I have a question, can they free range and come back at night like chickens? I have a huge garden but no enclosures, my chickens just roam everywhere and come back because they know that their home is the chicken coop, do ducks do the same or they might just fly away or run away?

[@paulvesey6250]

Great to see you back..please don't leave as long again. Can feel my heart rate slow down, as I chill watching. Continued good luck to you, and everything you are doing.

[@patricia1955]

I want to see an hour video of those adorable ducks. Amazing video, thank you.

[@nimir2006]

Such a precious video! Thank you so much for sharing your life. Loved the 'bloopers' at the end.

[@peacefulwife5199]

I LOVE NUGGET!! Darcy and the other one are really sweet but Nugget is awesome. Love your new video. It's been a long time since we saw your place. You look so grand. This life suits you. Love the duck house, so practical. Awesome design. Those duck eggs will fetch a nice price or barter. Most Excellent. Great editing. Hope to see you again real soon. 🦋🐞🦋

[@sarahstrong7174]

Maxwell.

[@jillmadigan9841]

I had a lonely runner duck from warmer Tennessee join my little flock in colder Wisconsin, who used to freak out Ms Cayuga by swimming under her in the kiddy-pool. Your lovely Nugget brought me a great memory. Otherwise, she was quite shy, demure, and respectful.

[@avalondreaming1433]

You've been gone too long! So happy that you're back. The ducks are adorable.

[@jennifermcdonald5432]

They sure do love the water, don’t they? Thanks for sharing part of your journey with us, it gives me such piece and inspiration, watching your little family! Know it’s way over used, and has become almost meaningless, but from the bottom of my heart, I wish great contentment and a long wonderful life, in which to enjoy it!

[@trishcanavan]

Great to see you again.Your ducks are beautiful. Watching you from the west of ireland, practically neighbours!!! Connemara in Co.Galway xx

[@lindawitherspoon446]

They are loving the water. What a great home for the ducks.

[@wolfyweir]

Awesome. Like your style buddy. Keep up the good work.

[@richarda.wright6106]

When I lived in Kenya, I had a large flock of runner ducks. They are charming creatures and prolific egg layers. I really enjoyed this video, it is sweet and gentle; a lovely introduction to runners.

[@karmabitesbk2180]

Love the calming effect you exude my friend.. God bless you

[@jasminaristic2780]

Thank you for being such kind and loving person towards animals, nature and your viewers. You are pure gold. Thank you again.

[@mikefoxo]

Great to see another video. Hoping you will do a walkaround of the cottage you plan to restore

[@lizardas]

You and your videos are so charming and informative. This is one of my very favorite channels, and I'm so glad you're back.

[@stormarela]

Thank you for sharing with us!!!

[@Clleonie]

Your footage is evident Indian runner ducks absolutely need the water !! It was a delight seeing them in the river at the bottom of your land for the first time, so happy. So natural for them to just jump in and play and clean themselves ☺️.

[@dylanmarmino]

when I was a kid I found eggs under a dock by a river and put them in my dads incubator and we hatched and raised wild ducks along side our chickens free range

[@paolamura3497]

Daniel always takes special care of the younger animals!

[@ayosilva]

Great video, cute ducks! Thanks for sharing!

[@pragnaparmar9588]

Beautiful surroundings with great natural beauty.A quiet and peaceful area, creation of our God. You are truly blessed with good quality of life.

[@briancd37]

Great to see a new video - and that everything is going well!

[@jenniferetter8135]

I could watch them all day. Y'all are so cute!

[@RiverBirchFarm]

Just found your channel today, love the ducks! I also have ducks and will be using your ideas on their new house. Thank you for a great video!

[@lindalagarce8996]

We had a Pyrenees that was our farm animal guard dog and he was great. He passed away a few months ago and we are looking for a puppy to replace him. The6 do need to be protected from predictors such as the fox, he will get them as we have one that got three of our hens after our loss of our farm protector. They make awesome mulch too. Hugs and love from Texas!m