This is a rubber type storage container large enough to snugly hold five ducks.

Turn it upside down and cut a hole in the bottom wide enough to insert ducks.

Insert ducks through hole. Be careful that they don't pop back out.

Cover hole with an opaque material, we use a towel.

Grasp container firmly by its lid and lift, carrying it to the set out point.

Place container at set out and wait for the contestant to signal.

Lift the bottom of the container straight up, standing still until the dog has completed the lift.

Tips for good duck handling

Always strive to keep ducks calm when handling behind the scenes.

Ex pens are good for retrieving ducks, they can be shrunk or expanded as the number of ducks changes.

Dog crates help keep ducks sorted between runs.

Control the wings to control the ducks. We prefer to carry ducks by grasping the base of both wings at the body and hold them snugly.

Do not put ducks in closed container until time for set out.

Stand quietly at set out and hold bottom at least waist high until dog is well away with ducks. Quietly pick up lid and leave.

Easy Duck Set Out