Adopting older goslings- will they still imprint

[Ejmaggz]

I think it depends on the individuals. I don't think geese in general like to be held but 3 of mine will let me hold them. I like the level of closeness...they are friendly but not needy. I have goats, dogs and pigs I raised from babies and boy are they overly attached to me at the hip. If I'm home, they will cry when I'm not with them. So imprinting may be a good thing if you're always home and have only a few babies.

That’s true. I don’t really want them imprinted on me, just friendly. Which they are-ish. Only slightly standoffish. My ducks however think I’m the devil

 

[chickiesmommy]

That’s true. I don’t really want them imprinted on me, just friendly. Which they are-ish. Only slightly standoffish. My ducks however think I’m the devil

Haha. My 12 ducks are very friendly but independent, well one is uber needy (attached at the ankles literally, lol). As long as they feed from hands, come towards me when I visit them and take walks with me...I'm happy! Trust me, imprinted babies are great if you don't have a dozen pigs, dogs, goats, ducks fighting over you for attention at the same time!

 

[chickiesmommy]

They will respect you, Listen to you and look to you. So much better than imprinting on you.

Agreed! Lol