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Please keep me posted on your geese & ducks.
I hope they bring you many years of happiness.

"Moose" 2009  smooth Saddleback
Sebastopol gander pict. at 4 months old

Bred by Cottage Rose Sebastopols

Owned by Sue E., Celina Ohio

Important 2010 Shipping Update:
Check for your Zipcode!
Unfortunately shipping lives to some locations is no
longer available so before you start shopping check
to see if your zip code (first 3 digits)
is on the no air service list below.
044, 046, 047, 148, 149, 307, 356 - 358, 373, 374
544 - 545, 590 - 593, 596 - 599, 620, 622 - 624
628 - 631, 633, 634, 636 - 639, 648, 650 - 658
712 - 716, 725 - 729, 821
Ground shipping is not available.

2010 Sales & Prices

I will be offering Sebastopol Geese in the following colors:
pure classic white, white saddleback gene carriers,
greys that carry saddleback, grey & blue saddlebacks.
Colored Sebastopol day old goslings will be offered on a "mixed variety"
basis.  I cannot take orders for specific colors since you never know
what is going to hatch out but I will try to include the colors you prefer
in your order.

About Colored Sebastopols & Smooth Breasts:
    With curly x smooth breeding there is no way to determine
    at birth if day olds will be smooth or curly breasted varieties.
    If you purchase day old saddleback or greys
    there will be a 50% chance that you will receive
    some smooth breasted varieties. There is no way
    to determine how many will be smooth or curly.
    If you do not want smooth order classic whites.

Waiting list for day old goslings & ducklings not open until Jan. 2010.
$50. deposit required to go on the waiting list.
See important 2010 Muscovy ordering update below.

Varieties & Pricing on Sebastopol Geese

APA Pure White, Curly Breasted, Sebastopol Geese:
Classic white variety - no smooth breasts or paunches.
Highly intelligent - beautiful - elegant!
- Day old goslings - $40. deluxe pet quality (see description below)
- Day old goslings - $50.  show potential (see description below)
- Youngsters $100. - $150. each
- Breeding stock $150. - $200. each
- No hatching eggs for sale 

Solid Grey
Grey Saddleback
Blue Saddlebacks
Great substance, type, feathering and temperament.
Some of the colored geese will be smooth but smooth can
produce curly offspring when bred to curly.
- Day old goslings -  grey saddlebacks  $5o. each
- Day old goslings - blue saddlebacks &  greys $60. each 
- Youngsters $125. - $200. each
- Breeding stock $150. - $200. each
- No hatching eggs for sale

White Curly Breasted Whites split to saddleback
 Some of the whites with saddleback gene (AKA "splits") 
 will have a very small black spot or two, usually un-noticeable
 unless you look for it.
 Bred to a saddleback or another SB gene carrier they will
 produce some SB and/or grey offspring. 
 Bred to white they produce white
- Day old goslings $50. each
- Youngsters $100. - $150. each
- Breeding stock $150. - $200. each
- No hatching eggs for sale 

Prices do not include box and Express Mail shipping.

"Deluxe Pet Quality" defined:
This is my personal interpretation...
My pet quality breeders do not have any major faults
to the untrained eye and most have very good to excellent feathering.
They are average type but not quite the total body & head
type/look needed for showing.  
See the photo of Soufflé on my white Sebastopol page.
This is an example of what I call deluxe pet quality.

"Show Potential" defined:
The parents have more of the show type look
in head, neck, body and plumage and could
possibly produce show quality offspring.
To be realistic, in any given breeding unless
a pair has proven to consistantly throw a certain
desirable type, the odds of getting show quality
are not that high.
On the other hand, depending on the shows
you attend even deluxe pet quality could place
at smaller shows and would do well in 4-H.
There is no way to determine if babies are show quality
until they grow up...even if the parents are show champions.
Beware the the pre-sale hype of breeders stating that their
goslings or ducklings are "show quality."

   
Muscovy Sales:

Update for 2010...
Sorry, due to time restraints I will only be taking
orders for day old Muscovy ducklings for pick up only.
I live in mid-west Michigan.
I will occasionally have started youngsters and breeding stock
for sale and will offer shipping on them but I will be charging
a $10. per box handling fee when shipping started youngsters or adults.
There is no handling fee on pick-up ducklings
or on shipped or picked up goslings or geese.

Any for sale Muscovies will be listed on this page as they become available. 

Muscovy Varieties & Prices:

Colors:
Lilac (AKA blue fawn), silver, buff, blue, black black & chocolate only.
No pieds.  All are solid color except for the white wing bar.
Sorry I no longer have ripples or self blues (AKA lavenders)
Day old ducklings will be offered in a mixed variety only.
Minimum day old duckling order: 8

- Day old Ducklings  $6.00 each
- Started Youngsters  $10. - $20. each
- Breeding Stock  $20. - $30. each

Prices do not include handling fee, box and Express Mail shipping.

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Chickens -
No longer selling any chicks, breeding stock or hatching eggs.

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MINIMUM ORDER for day old goslings when shipping via USPS:

Minimum day old gosling order:  
3 during warm weather or 4 during cold weather.
Minimum goslings when picking up at my place: 2
Minimum day old duckling order 8.  Pick up only on ducklings.

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Sexing
Day old goslings and ducklings are sent unsexed             
and will not be replaced if you do not receive the desired sex.  

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2010 Waiting List Information: 
~Not accepting deposits until Jan. 2010
~ I require a $50. deposit if you want to go on my waiting list.
    Your deposit is applied to your total purchase price.

Your deposit will not be refunded if you:
~ cancel without 2 weeks advance notice prior to shipping/pick up time.
~ don't have the funds ready at ship/pick up time. 

Deposit payable via PayPal or money order.
Remaining balance must  be paid no later than 3 days before shipping.
I will refund your deposit in full if I have no hatchlings available for you.

HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER:

Please do not send me a deposit until you email me
your wait list request and we go over your order together. 

NEXT...
If there is a spot available on my wait list you will need to
send me a $50. deposit via PayPal or money order.
I prefer PayPal since its easier to send you a refund
if necessary plus the money posts to my account as soon as you pay
which is very helpful when shipping time arrives.
My email address is my PayPal ID.
Click on the "send money" tab on the top of PayPals website
and follow the prompts to make a payment.
If you aren't a PayPal member its free and easy to join.

When placing an order and
making a deposit via PayPal:

STEP 1:
Re. making a Paypal deposit...make sure to include your name, mailing address,
phone number and your order (example: 4 - day old goslings)  in the memo area.
I need your phone number for the shipping label so
please do not forget to include it.

STEP 2:
Please send me an email with your order, name, address and phone number.

Thank you!

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Shipping, My Email Address, FAQ & Wing Disorder Info:

IMPORTANT Shipping Update.
Good News:
In July 2009 a new local air shipping program was
implemented and surcharges will no longer be required.
This will make shipping adults much more affordable.
Plus lives will be shipped out of my local international
airport making for less delays than we are
currently experiencing on commercial flights.
Bad News:
Sorry, at this time we can no longer ship lives to the following zipcodes.
These are the first 3 digits of the zip codes we currently
do not have air service to: 
004, 046, 047
148, 149
307, 356 - 358, 373, 374
544, 545, 590 - 593, 596 - 599
620, 622, 624, 628 - 631, 633
634, 636 - 639, 648, 650 - 658
712 - 716, 725 - 729
812  

Shipping Precautions -
Please read before you order!
It is very important to let your post office know in advance
that you are expecting a shipment of lives.
I do not replace or send refunds for DOA birds or birds that die after arrival.
Any claims that you file for late delivery or dead birds is your responsibility.
It is advised that you open the box in the presence of postal workers when you pick up or take delivery of your birds and if you have any dead birds file a claim at that time. If you cannot get any help from your local postal workers ask them for the phone number of the local Consumer Affairs and ask them for help. 
Since the USPS does not guarantee that lives will
arrive overnight, even when shipped Express Mail,
be forewarned that shipping is at your own risk.

Shipping Information:

Shipping available year round, weather permitting. 
The USPS will ship lives when temperatures are above
10 F and below 85 F degrees.
I don't ship adults if its over 80º
I only ship Express Mail.
You pay actual shipping price, weight of box and birds to your destination.
There are no hidden fees.
There is a $10. per box handing fee when shipping ducks.

Payment for birds, box and shipping: to be paid in advance and
in full by the buyer via PayPal or Money Order before birds are shipped.
PayPal is a safe and easy way to transfer funds online and it is free to sign up.
www.paypal.com

Heat Packs:
Keeping your day olds warm
will great increase their survival in transit.
These made for shipping heat packs last
72 hours which I can now be add to your day olds shipping box.
Highly recommended.
Add $2.00 to your total and state in your order
you would like one included in the shipping box.

Shipping Boxes:
The day old goslings/ducklings box fee is $5. (I provide box).
For larger/older birds, buyers will have to send me a bio-secure
shipping box which can be ordered through a supplier such as Horizon 
You can order the box online or over the phone Toll Free 1- (800) 443-2498
and they will drop ship the box to me. 
Some of my customers have purchased shipping boxes from
www.jedds.com or other poultry & game bird suppliers.
It typically takes 3 - 7 days for me to receive the box.
You pay for box and the postage to ship the box to me . 
The boxes are reusable.
Or you can mail me a used regulation type shipping box if you already have one.
The United States Postal Service in my state no longer accepts ordinary
cardboard boxes or dog crates for shipping birds.
All adult shipping boxes must be bio-secure USPS approved.

Tracking Number:
Whenever I ship lives I email the buyer the date
of shipment and the Express Mail tracking number.
Every year numerous buyers will email me asking
for their tracking number when I have already sent it.
Please read and save the emails I send you regarding
your shipment.
If you shipment is late call your post office
and track online at: http://www.usps.com/


Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What do you have for sale?
A:  Read this page.  All sale birds are listed here.

Q:  When are day olds goslings available?
A:   Generally April - June.

Q:  Do you have young adults or breeding stock for sale?  
A:  Yes, I sometimes have young adults and breeding stock for sale.
       I update my sales page whenever I have something for sale so
       check back frequently.

Q:  Can you ship to my area?
A:  Air service is now restricted for some locations. (see details above)
       Check your zipcode above under shipping information update.
        

Q: How much does shipping cost?
      These prices may not be current, check with your local PO for rate increases.
A: Express Mail is based on weight of box and destination.
     A box of 3-4 day old goslings weighs around 1.5 - 2.5 lbs. 
     Average cost: is $27.25 (for under 2 lbs.) a few dollars more if over 2 lbs.
     Average cost for shipping large young geese or adult geese is
     around $70. ( for one) - $120. (for two)
     Your pre-ship estimated Express Mail price may vary from the actual
     cost of shipping based on the true weight of the birds/box per the post
     offices more sensitive scales the day of
     shipping but my estimates are usually accurate or a little under so you 
     typically don't over pay.   
     If you over pay more than $5. I will issue you a refund.
     Any over payment under $5. will not be refunded. 
  
Q:  What do I feed my ducklings or goslings when I get them?
       How do I care for them?  Can they go swimming?
A:   Click HERE to read my new page "Tips on Raising Waterfowl"
        In addition there are numerous websites on raising waterfowl.  

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Waterfowl Wing Disorders

Twisted Wing Tip:
Sebastopols that develop twisted wing tip (TWT) will not be replaced,
since this is a very common disorder within this breed most likely
due to their unique feather mutation.
I've been told by a long time Sebastopol breeders that a high
percentage of Sebastopols will develop twisted wing tip
by the time they are 3 years old.
Because the bony tip and/or end segment of the wing twists
and does now lie flat in a normal position it causes feathers
to stick out awkwardly but not on a severe right
angle degree like Angel Wing. 
TWT isn't always that noticeable to the un-trained
eye or may cause some obvious stick out feathers on the wings.
It can range from almost unnoticable to very obvious.
Some people theorize that breeding smooth x curly varieties
reduces the occurrence TWT but as far as I know there is no
documented evidence to back up that theory.
I strongly suspect it cannot be totally eliminated even through
selective breeding since it may very well be a undesirable side
effect created by their unusual curly feather mutation that cannot
be eliminated without eliminating their curly feathering.
I'm trying smooth x curly matings in my colored Sebastopols
to see what happens but realistically speaking it would take years
of selective  breeding and keeping  all the offspring to figure out how
well it works so use your own judgement when dealing with wing disorders
in Sebastopols.
I personally suspect its the "nature of the beast" and even culling for wing
disorders won't make any difference but I'm just guessing. 
I could be wrong.
Dec. 09 - See updated information on twisted wing tip on
my colored Sebastopol page.


Angel Wing:
Occurrences of  angel wing in waterfowl can be reduced by avoiding
over feeding/free choice feeding, too fast growth, a diet overly high
in protein and providing day long access to green grass, bugs and exercise.  
I had a customer experience 100% angel wing in his Muscovy ducklings because
he thought he was doing them a favor by feeding them the highest protein feed
he could find. 
The following year he reduced the protein level in the feed and had zero Angel Wing.
This doesn't mean you should feed low protein, rather it is advised that you do not over
feed and use starter and grower rations specifically developed for waterfowl to avoid problems.
There is a lot of information online regarding the feed requirements of poultry and waterfowl
so do your homework if you aren't sure what or how much to feed.
I recommend Dave Holderread's book "Storey's Guide to Raising Ducks"
or "Book of Geese" for complete information on how to properly feed,
breed and raise waterfowl.
 Click Here  for two articles on Angel Wing.

PLEASE read all of the above information
before sending me an email.
Thank you! 

cottage_rose_garden@hotmail.com