@quackinbush4: Goldie girl could have stood there with him all day. 💛 I am so glad I was there to record this sweet moment. Indian Runner ducks are famous for their upright posture and quirky, tall stance, but most people don’t realize just how gentle and affectionate they can be when raised with love from a young age. Having ducks as backyard pets brings so much calm, joy, and connection to a family routine. If you’ve been thinking about adding backyard ducks or Indian Runner ducks to your family homestead, here are 3 quick tips to raise affectionate ducks: 1. Start Imprinting Early: Spend daily, quiet sit-down time with your ducklings during their first few weeks so they view you as family. 2. Handle with Kindness: Avoid chasing them around the coop; instead, sit on their level with healthy treats like mealworms or leafy greens. 3. Create Low-Stress Routines: Ducks thrive on predictable routines, gentle voices, and safe outdoor grazing spaces where they can relax with you. Raising backyard poultry isn’t just about fresh eggs—it’s about the silent, beautiful bonds that teach our children gentle empathy and respect for nature. Would you ever keep Indian Runner ducks in your backyard? Let me know in the comments! 🌾✨ #IndianRunnerDucks #BackyardDucks #DucksAsPets #ducksoftiktok #PetDucks

Sarah :

Animals definitely know how to love humans ❤️

The Groovy Hummingbird :

So sweet 🥰🥰

Shannon Swanson :

Runner ducks are the best ❤️

AngelicaPickles :

You’re so right!My pet duck was very affectionate and friendly ❤️

❌GeorgiaGen❌ :

Yes they do love. ❤️if you haven’t seen Ophelia the black swan, she is so beautiful and loving ❤️❤️❤️

April :

beautiful moment

Dunk🤙 :

my runner duck was like a dog lol he followed me everywhere I miss him, ol Gomer

Marc Gardner :

Big man still loves cuddles even though he’s now four month old.

Ashley Nicole 🖤🍄💋✨ :

I've never wanted a hug from a duck so badly in my entire life

THOR5734 :

I'd love a duck hug 🤗

marci88028 :

Awww, they too are one of God’s creations ✝️🥰🦢❤️

👑 Papaya Princess 👑 :

No one said that lol

dog lover :

absolutely adorable

Em 🍄 :

I agree

MiniMon :

Mine don't but they are muscovies, they just like to stand close to me, but no touchy.

Abdullah Mughal :

shameka :

precious 💓

haleyminifarm11 :

💓💓💓

marjoriekassie1987 :

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰