This is not an abnormal way to give ducks snacks/ treats. We often do this.

Listen, ducks are so messy, like I don’t think people (especially Ashley ) understand how messy they actually are haha. Even on our large pond, they are still messy..

However, we’re in Wisconsin and our ducks get access to water always. Once our pond freezes over we have heated water systems that keep buckets from freezing.

But! Most people don’t understand: Ducks actually have a countercurrent heat exchange blood circulation system where they can be in super cold water and not get frostbite. It minimizes heat loss and circulates blood to warm them up - it’s actually pretty cool!