FAQ
What time will the ducks be plucked?
The Desert Duck Derby Online Duck Pluck will begin at 4 pm (Arizona Time!) Duck adoptions end at 3:45 pm on the morning of the derby, allowing folks to get involved minutes leading up to the race.
Where can I watch the event?
Watch the duck pluck via livestream on The Arizona Pet Project's Facebook Page by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/thearizonapetproject
How will I know if my duck wins?
We will announce the winning ducks on site during the event, as well as contact the winners directly. Any prize left unclaimed 30 days post-pluck, we will select a substitute winner through a random drawing drawing of entry tickets.
Can I adopt a duck for my child?
Yes, but the name on the adoption paper must be in the name of an adult (18 and older) for legal purposes.
Are they real ducks or rubber ducks?
Rubber ducks, silly!
Do I get a duck or get to keep one?
No, after you adopt your duck, The Arizona Pet Project will work hard to train, coach, and make sure they are ready for race day. After the duck pluck, all of the ducks will fly off to their next race somewhere in the USA.
How much do ducks cost to adopt?
Single duck: $5
Six Quack (6): $25
Quacker's Dozen (15): $60
Flock of Ducks (25): $100
Can I adopt ducks the day of the Desert Duck Derby Duck Pluck?
Yes. As long as we have not sold out of available ducks, you may adopt your flock until 10:45am on Friday, November 15th.
Do all of my ducks get the same number?
No. Each duck adopted is tagged with its own lucky duck number and those numbers are assigned to you. A few days prior to the Desert Duck Derby, volunteers will place numbered tags on the bottom of every duck that will be in the Derby - which is 10,000! The tags are waterproof labels beginning with a 7 digit number and ending with a 7 digit number. For Example: 2475001-2498000; 2475002-2498000; etc.
What is my tag number?
We can’t give you your tag number because we won’t know it until we run the Mix Report right before the race. We want to make sure that no ducky is taking steroids and the race is not fixed so numbers are never given out. However, rest assured that all of the ducks you have adopted will be in the pond.
How does it work?
Everyone who adopts a duck, whether online or in a sponsoring business, is entered into what we call E-Quack, a database that stores all of the information. Next to your name in E-Quack is the number of ducks you have adopted. The tag range is entered into E-Quack and all the numbers are shuffled up. Then, E-Quack automatically assigns the number of ducks you have adopted next to Tag Numbers. Thus, if you adopted 5 ducks, your name will be placed next to 5 different tag numbers.
Who does the event benefit?
The Arizona Pet Project is committed to helping pet owners in our community facing unexpected challenges that might lead them to surrender their beloved pets. We believe in the strong bond between pets and their families and work to provide resources to keep them together, easing the burden on our shelter system.
We are thrilled to partner with UMOM for this event, creating an innovative program that allows families to keep their pets while in emergency shelter and permanent housing.
The Arizona Pet Project’s dedicated social worker on UMOM’s campus offers case management and support to families, ensuring they can care for their pets during difficult times.
This collaboration has led to an increase in pets at UMOM facilities, with up to 250 dogs and cats living onsite. As Monique Lopez, COO of UMOM, says, “Keeping those pets with their families helps create continuity and companionship during crises.” Leanna Taylor, CEO of The Arizona Pet Project, adds, “We are excited to create a model for our community that can inspire others nationwide.”
For more information, visit www.azpetproject.org and umom.org