The Four-Seasons Goose, also known as goslings or "wilt geese," is a medium-sized meat goose species commonly found in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. It gets its name from its unique life cycle: laying eggs for one month, incubating for another, molting and regenerating for a third, and completing a full cycle within a single season. These young geese are delicate, with underdeveloped digestive systems, small body size, thin feathers, and weak thermoregulation abilities. They are highly sensitive to moisture, cold, and heat, making them prone to illness if not properly cared for. Therefore, proper management during the gosling stage is crucial for their health and growth. **(I) Feeding Methods** From hatching until 28 days old, these birds are called goslings. After hatching, they should be given water within 24 hours. This can be done by placing them gently into a shallow container filled with clean water, allowing them to drink on their own. Once they start drinking, they can be introduced to food such as rice, broken rice, or fresh green leaves. A small amount of bone meal and salt can be added to enhance nutrition. As they grow, the diet gradually transitions to compound feed. Feedings should be regular, frequent, and patient—individual goslings that refuse to eat can be encouraged by gently guiding them to feed. Initially, feed 4–5 times a day, with the last feeding around 9 p.m. By the time they reach 4–5 days old, goslings begin to lose weight and become more active, a phase known as “receiving.” At this stage, their digestion improves, and feedings can increase to 6–8 times per day. After 10 days, the diet should include more green vegetation and broken rice, or rice bran as an alternative. By 20 days old, they can be given grains and sweet potato threads, and feeding frequency can be reduced to 4–5 times daily as their ability to graze increases. **(II) Key Points to Consider While Feeding** Goslings must be fed fresh, clean feed. Overfeeding, especially in the first 15 days, can lead to indigestion. After each feeding, remove the trough to let the goslings rest. Water should always be available, clean, and not overfilled to prevent spillage. The texture of the feed should gradually transition from soft to hard, avoiding sudden changes that may cause digestive issues. **(III) Management Practices** During the gosling period, several key practices are essential: 1. **Insulation**: Goslings are usually raised in brooding areas. Use grass-lined baskets and cover with cotton when necessary to maintain warmth. In warmer weather, use gauze to protect against insects. If the temperature is too high, goslings will move around; if it's too low, they will gather and cry. After 5 days, they can be placed in a small enclosure with clean bedding when the room temperature is above 15°C. By 20 days, they can be moved to larger pens as their cold resistance improves. 2. **Moisture Control**: A dry and well-ventilated environment is essential. Keep humidity between 60% and 65% to avoid health problems. 3. **Grazing and Watering**: The first time goslings go out to graze and drink water is called “watering.” This helps improve metabolism and growth. Grazing should be done in warm, windless conditions. Summer goslings can start at 3–7 days, while winter goslings should wait until 10–20 days. Water temperature should be around 25°C, and grazing time should gradually increase. 4. **Disease Prevention**: Ensure good hygiene and provide lighting at night to protect against predators like rats and snakes. Proper disease prevention is critical to maintaining a healthy flock.

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