I Want you to Consider this as HOMEWORK.
This will Prepare you for Adopting of Young Swans..
I am Organizing this Topic Page August 1, 2025
It will take me a few Days to Complete..
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## BEFORE You Buy Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/before-you-buy-swans/
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All Adoption Fees should be Settled before Swans are Moved.
## SWAN INVOICE-PAID RECEIPTs ( These are Printable Files. )
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-invoice-paid-receipts/
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## Keeping a Record for Your New Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/keeping-a-record-for-your-new-swans/
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I Remember how Bewildered we were with the First Swan we Rescued..
We knew we Loved “Handsome Fellow” .. But, we knew so little..
I was Seeking Info Everywhere..
“Handsome Fellow” was an Amazing Teacher..
We got through some VERY Difficult Days..
I am a “Never Give Up” Person.
It was our Crash Course of SWAN 101.
Review these Topic Pages so you are READY..
There is MUCH to Learn about Swans.. I am Learning Every Day.
There is Joy and Heartbreak when Loving Swans.
Hopefully, with Knowledge there will be more Joys.
Captive Swans are a Joy to Watch and Care for.
They have Interesting Behaviors that Change with the Seasons.
Swans All have Different Personalities.
There are some Common Behaviors..
The First Year with Swans will be a BIG Learning Curve..
Each of these Topic Pages will only take a Few Minutes to View..
But, you will get a LOT of Information this way..
Since you are Planning to Adopt Cygnets that will be 4-8 Months Old..
They will Basically be Old Enough to be Cared for as Adults..
As you Speak with the Families with the Cygnets..
And Start to make Plans to Adopt their Dear Cygnets…
Ask about the Feed they are Using..
>>> Except for being VERY CAREFUL with their Legs,
which are Fragile.. Try to be GENTLE with their Legs.
The First 4-5 Months the Legs of Swan Cygnets are Growing Fast..
Stretching into their Adult Shape and Size the Bone Structures are Thin..
For the First Year their Legs can be Damaged if Mechanically Stressed.
With Time their Bone Development Changes to Strengthening the Bones.
More Minerals are Added to the Scaffold Bone Structures..
Firming them will take Another Year + Plus..
Swans are Considered Mature by 36 Months.. Their Bones will be Stronger..
but, Never as Solid as Mammal Bones.
Always Lighter to Allow for Flight.. Always Handle with Care.
## SWAN CYGNETs have FRAGILE LEGs
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-cygnets-fragile-legs/
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Being Young and UnRelated.. ( Important for Genetic Diversity.)
You and the Cygnets will have a Better Experience Adjusting
if you Shelter the Cygnets Together in a Secure Shelter for Several Days.
This way the Cygnets get to Know Each Other..and when they are Released
to your Pond/Lake they will be Less Afraid, Less Bewildered..
>>> NOT Two Bewildered Cygnets Heading in Different Directions.
During this Time.. Visit with them.. Talk to them.. Sit Quietly.
Have Family Children Read to them. Sing to them..
Let them get to Know you. Be sure they are Eating.
Everything will be New.. Food, Smells, Sounds and People.
Before Release > > > CHECK THAT ONE WING is PINIONED.
## PINIONED or FULL Wing
https://swanlovers.net/category/pinioned-or-full-wing/
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On the Day you Release the Cygnets to your Pond/Lake…
Have Several People there to Assist keeping them in the Water..
When Released to a New Body of Water, it is TYPICAL for Swans/Cygnets
to Swim to the Far Side of the New Body of Water..
AND it may take a Few Days for them to Come Back to where you are..
They are being Cautious.. This is Normal.. Trust Takes Time.. (-;
The Entire www.SwanLovers.net WebSite is a Work in Progress..
There are Many other Topic Pages Organized.. Not Listed here..
All are Available and So am I..
Call or EMail > > > ALL Questions are Welcome.
## Detail History of How Mute Swans Lost their Federal Protection
https://swanlovers.net/category/how-mute-swans-lost-their-federal-protection/
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## Responsible Ownership of Captive Mute Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/responsible-ownership-of-captive-mute-swans/
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## Check Your Area for an Avian or Exotic Veterinarian
https://swanlovers.net/category/check-your-area-for-an-avian-veterinarian/
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## BASIC Care Working with Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/basic-care-working-with-swans/
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## Helpful Things to Have Caring for Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/helpful-things-to-have-caring-for-swans/
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## Swan Cygnets Grow SO FAST
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-cygnets-grow-so-fast/
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## Mute Swans – Royal vs Polish Cygnets
https://swanlovers.net/category/mute-swans-royal-vs-polish/
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I AM HERE for ANY Question..
>>> As you Transport..
>>> Let me know when you are Planning to Adopt your Cygnets..
>>> During Adjustment Time.. ALL Questions are Welcome..
>>> When you are Ready for Release..
>>> And Especially the First Year.. BIG Learning Curve.
www.SwanLovers.net is Growing as Time Allows..
## Transporting Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/transporting-swans/
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## Bringing New Swan/Swans Home
https://swanlovers.net/category/bring-new-swan-home/
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## Before You let a Swan onto Your Pond.
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-on-pond/
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THE POND INTRODUCTION.
There are FIVE Typical Behaviors that you will Witness
when a Swan or Cygnets are First Introduced to a New Pond or Lake.
1. Explore the Pond or Lake.. ( Swim/Flutter to Far Side.)
2. Taste the Pond or Lake.. ( What is Natural to Eat..)
3. Take a Splash Bath.. ( Starting their Immunity )
4. Sit Along the Bank and Preen.. ( This is Acceptance ! )
5. AND, for the First Day or Two…
they may STAY on the Far Side of their New Water Environment..
## Trust – Regaining Trust
https://swanlovers.net/category/regaining-trust/
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## COMMON Mute Swan Behaviors
https://swanlovers.net/category/common-mute-swan-behaviors/
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## Swan Keeping Terms
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-keeping-terms/
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## Swan Body Language & Vocals
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-body-language-n-vocals/
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## Basic Mute Swan Anatomy
https://swanlovers.net/category/basic-mute-swan-anatomy/
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## Mute Swans Annual Moult
https://swanlovers.net/category/mute-swans-annual-moult/
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## PREENing is Feather Care
https://swanlovers.net/category/preening-is-feather-care/
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## Feeding Adult Swans – Captive Swans Need to be Fed
https://swanlovers.net/category/feed-captive-swans/
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## Swans Are Vegetarians
https://swanlovers.net/category/swans-are-vegetarians/
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## Winter Care For Swans
https://swanlovers.net/category/winter-care-for-swans/
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## Feeding Swans in the Winter
https://swanlovers.net/category/feeding-swans-in-winter/
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## To Shelter or Not in Winter
https://swanlovers.net/category/shelter-or-not-in-winter/
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## SWAN CATCHING IDEAs
https://swanlovers.net/category/swan-catching-ideas/
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## COMMON Swan Injuries
https://swanlovers.net/category/common-swan-injuries/
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## FISHING is RISKY Business
https://swanlovers.net/category/fishing-is-risky-business/
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It might Seem Like a Lot to Read and Absorb..
But, my Goal is for you to be Successful..
and your Swans to be Happy and Healthy.
(-; PA SwanLover Linda
## A Name Fit for a Swan
https://swanlovers.net/category/name-for-swan/
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This List of Topics was Organized over Time.. Never Finished..
AND, I ADD, Tinker and Tweak the Existing Topic Pages..
when I have New Information or Notes..
PA SwanLover Linda August 2025
I am here Most Days… (-; Senior Staying at Home.
ANY QUESTIONs.. ANY TIME after 9:30AM..
I Need my COFFEEeeee First..
Have Questions Ready.. and I will be Happy to Share
to GET you Ready for the “Wonderful World of Swans.”
HOME ( 717 ) 732-6216 StarBug@comcast.net
NO Cell Phone NO TEXTING MESSAGES
www.SwanLovers.net CUMBCo Camp Hill, PA
Call When it is Convenient.. If I do not Answer..
Leave a Message and I will Call you as Soon as
I Check our Answering Machine..
I do not Run for the Phone.. Too Many Robo Calls..
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I ENJOY Talking about the Swans Also..
WE “Swan Loving Folks” are a Unique Group..
NO One Else can Understand our Passion for these Enchanting Birds..
And we Learn from each other.. Share Idea, Info and Contacts.
What is Common and what is a Concern..
I could Talk for Hours about Swans without taking a Breath.
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