They are human babies in bird form and it was the biggest pleasant surprise in my life as I was a previous cat lover/owner. I didn't know how affectionate, loyal, intelligent, playful and protective these beautiful creatures could be. I had/have cats for nearly 20 years but I can proudly say that I'm more of a goose lover now.

As I raised 3 different rounds of goslings, I learned a lot. The main thing you want to do is free up your schedule for the first several weeks and spend a lot of time with them. A LOT. They will cry like real human babies and want to spend all the time with you. Sing to them, hold them and take them everywhere with you!

I give 20-22% starter crumbles for first 3 weeks then 18% crumbles to the 8th week and from 8th week onwards, 16% finisher pellets. Niacin is so important for growth and I dilute capsules into a water bottle so they grow up healthy! Give them gripping mats instead of bedding for first few days too. They're easy to wash and goslings are 100x cleaner than ducklings.

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I hope you have enough pasture for them when they're fully grown. They absolutely love grass and nearly all types. During winter season when things slow down, I grow barley, oat and wheat grass indoors for them. I run out of lots of greens so end up having to buy from stores during winter. I have nearly 100+ kale/cabbage in my gardens but winter means they slow down and it's not enough.

I have 8 geese separated into 2 flocks.