Provide minimum 100 sq ft per goose

Allocate at least 100 square feet (approximately 10 square meters) of outdoor space per goose as a baseline minimum. Supplement their diet with commercial feed since this space will not sustain foraging, and expect bare ground within weeks.

Why It Works

At 100 sq ft per bird, geese have enough room to move, stretch their wings, and engage in basic social behaviors without crowding. This density prevents stress-related aggression and allows adequate manure dispersal between cleanings.

Tips

• Measure and mark your area before installing fencing to confirm actual square footage
• Plan for weekly ground maintenance since grass will not survive at this density
• Increase to 200 sq ft per goose if supplemental feed is limited or if keeping larger breeds like Embden