As for refusing to mate, that may be unrelated and normal. The main symptom of wet feather is being unable to stay dry and waterproof. His eyes, nares, mouth, and vent all look normal. right. Thanks for your reply! 1 Nagy, K.A., Girard, I.A., Brown, T.K. Are her eyes clear? If you're not feeding the ducks near a pond or other water source, put down a plastic container and pour some fresh water into it. Pasteurella: https://www.msdvetmanual.com/poultry/riemerella-anatipestifer-infection/overview-of-riemerella-anatipestifer-infection-in-poultry. She is definitely pooping. Plant native trees. Is there blood anywhere, including in her poop? Feed to Prevent Chicks from Getting Sick. capabilities are far from infallible. And winter could have also had an effect. I have a bit of an interesting duck puzzle…. She seems healthy otherwise. Offering food to waterfowl is a social activity that is often undertaken as a family.2  However, feeding human food can lead to nutritional imbalances, increase the risk of disease and lead to altered animal behaviour. A cardboard box, plastic tote, tub, dog kennel, or pet carrier will suffice as a hospital bed. It may not help the lack of appetite, but niacin deficiency is a common cause of walking problems. Electrolytes can be made at home. The withdrawal time is the period of time after (Chicken layer feed is fine for ducks, although if you can find waterfowl-specific feed, that’s even better.) They have 2 water containers that they can dunk their heads in up to their shoulders that we scrub clean when we clean the kennel and we keep the water topped off. If the disease is contagious, then it is very important that you get it properly diagnosed and, if necessary, report it. I would suggest quarantining her and finding a vet. about 3-4 months old. Again, I’d have to see a video to know if it was normal. Backyard bird feeders help urbanites feel close to nature but can also expose birds to disease and other potential threats. Vet said to just wait and hope all clears on own. Is this normal. You’ll also need to have separate food and water supplies for the sick bird. Everyone else I’ve talked to is stumped…. She might just need to get used to him, but also, many Muscovies don’t seem to accept drakes, and thus the drakes have to chase them down. I’m glad you were able to figure out why they weren’t laying! Just in case you still don’t know what to do, here’s my answer. Has she been laying eggs normally? 24 eggs may be too many for one duck to successfully incubate, though. springs up out of nowhere. But if this is beyond the range of normal, here are the most likely causes: 1. My 9 month old (all white) male Muscovy has dirty feathers, and fluffs his feathers alot, almost like he’s trembling –except he’s not. I have tried looking up poop pictures of normal duck poop, but didn’t have much luck. The areas that will most likely be affected are the neck and head areas. It’s easy for health issues to form in brooders since they are so small and difficult to keep clean. I don’t think it’s possible to put images on this comment form, but here’s my email address: When I reply to a comment, you should get a notification that I’ve replied in your emails, and you can also reply to that notification email if you prefer. 3. Did you find out the cause of the blocked noses? Are her feet normal? This is a high nutrient feed with a protein level of around 18-20%. Letting her swim is probably a good idea. Egg binding is when an egg gets stuck in the oviduct. Brooder temperature should be reduced by 5 degrees or so every week, so at six weeks old, they can handle temperatures as low as 55 degrees easily. The quarantine area needs to be at least 40 feet from the rest of the flock because some diseases (such as mycoplasma gallisepticum) are airborne. Oil gland issues are definitely a possibility. It’s Crop needling is recommended for those who are confident with the crop needle technique . https://thepoultrysite.com/disease-guide/infectious-laryngotracheitis-ilt Just curious if you have any thots about the pond idea. I was told she is a Pekin Duck. chances Bread is often a favourite choice for feeding ducks, and a recent Queensland study found that people fed ducks an average of 4.9 slices of bread per feeding session. If ducks constantly eat that and nothing else, it can lead to malnourishment for the ducks. They feed on the seeds of aquatic plants supplemented with … how to cure a sick duck? The general consensus, though it is not substantiated and often debated, is the Cayuga is an American breed derived from a wild population of Black ducks in Cayuga County, New York (hence the name).. All flock feed sounds great, and the poop sounds normal to me, as long as you don’t see any worms in it (they can be very tiny and hard to see, though). You may wish to take a sample of it, so your veterinarian can do a fecal test. ideas for how to treat your duck, whether from a vet’s advice or duck yourself is certainly an option and one I’m not against. His feathers might also just be worn out because he hasn’t molted yet. Is she listless and depressed? Eating something like this can result in an impacted crop, or poisoning. Sorry it has to be that long, but I don’t make the rules. However you manage to do it, once you’ve caught her, gently place her in her hospital bed and offer her some water. Put a handful of food into a blender, add some water, and grind it up really well into a formula that has the consistency and look of chocolate milk. Can she move it and get around (even if she limps a lot), or is she totally not using it? Looking for some advise and help please. Bring along fresh water if you're feeding baby ducks in the park. Here are a few articles about it that might help you prevent this in the future and treat it should it happen again: https://www.thehappychickencoop.com/egg-bound-chicken/ My father suggested some Cheno repuntion incent repellent to protect the wound. Ann. i really need help, & cannot get any medical attention. (Like a Duck to) Water. Can you help with how to treat all of them. Ducks’ nares get clogged easily if they can’t wash their face regularly. But take care. We all live and learn, and sickness can happen in It consisted of: 1) ½ can of Hill’s Prescription Diet® A/D® Canine/Feline Critical Care food (which you can find at your local vet practice). If you think you know what’s wrong, but you can’t do anything about it yourself or don’t want to take the risk (such as if the problem seems to be a mycoplasma infection, which is hard to treat without a vet’s assistance, or if it’s egg binding, which you can probably treat yourself, but you may wish to let someone more experienced do it), If you would rather not go to a vet, if it’s a last resort, or if it’s not even an option, many diseases can be, You can ask for help on a forum or social media, but beware that they are not medical professionals and there is a very real chance that you’ll get bad advice. Raising Ducks is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. I’m not a health expert, but here a few ideas of what might be causing this. https://poultrykeeper.com/respiratory-problems/infectious-laryngiotracheitis-ilt/ First of all, how do you know it was Newcastle disease and what sort of treatment did she get? Invertebrates. A duck that is scratching more than normal will likely have the problem. There is a lot of foot traffic in and out of the porch. Here are some resources to help you in your search: Directory Listing of Poultry Veterinarians. 2, 19-28. It’ll take some time, but it’s certainly possible to individually medicate 15 ducks every day. Australians like most people love their ducks! Ducklings don’t need to eat for their first 2 days or so (because they’ve just absorbed the entire yolk sac), but they should definitely be eating by day 3. After taking a sick or injured duck or goose without an appetite to your vet for an exam, they may decide some assisted-feeding is in order. Unsanitary conditions Does she show any ataxia or lack of coordination? The ability to quickly and accurately identify medical problems can mean life or death for a duck. Often, ducks get botulism from living, drinking, and eating in stagnant water. This can fail if a duck is sick or if the duck does not have access to clean, fresh water. They’re on Layer feed with some protein food mixed in because there isn’t much in the way of bugs available to them right now and they get 4 cups total of feed plus veggies (Beethoven is especially bad about eating my house veggies, especially the broccoli) In addition, looking at poop samples (which are a major clue in diagnosing illness) is difficult when the duck is mingling with others. Aspergillosis: http://www.duckdvm.com/condition/aspergillosis How is the duckling? She should probably have a nest available. Does her neck seem limp, extended, or oddly twisted (torticollis)? Feeding Ducks. I tried to Google how to treat a flock so they can all get better but there is no web site that says how to trade a flock only how to treat one that is isolated. I interact with her many times throughout the day so I’m relatively confident it just started last night. While there is no direct link between feeding bread to birds and botulism, it can add to conditions which make birds sick.4 When water levels are low, the bacteria are concentrated, which causes infection as the ducks ingest mud when foraging for food. Hi there, Second comes just plain old research. I’m unsure what to do or where to start should i start with Oxytetracycline? I hope that helps and I hope your duck recovers! Does their environment smell? He might look better after molting. If you have any poultry books, take a look at their health section. Ducklings and adolescent ducks: Young ducklings grow very quickly and need food that is high in protein and calories. Can she walk? If they have a pond or other swimming area, is it stagnant and dirty? How long has it been like this? We had to make the i, Sylvie. Due to bad weather my sister and i have taken to putting diapers on the girls and letting them roam the house so they won’t be cooped up but also won’t be killed by heavy piles of snow falling off of the roof. Offer food in a way that minimises the risk of harm. posted by bricoleur at 5:30 AM on August 22, 2005 Egg binding can cause lethargy and difficulty breathing. up to you. The free range happy ducks we raise on the channel are being donated to feed the homeless in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The wound seemed to look worse after. And be sure she has plenty of water, deep enough to dunk her head in. (How To Stop Your Duck From Hiding Her Eggs), Can ducks lay 2+ eggs in one day? Is there only one bird appearing to be sick, or multiple? Or are her eggs misshapen, soft-shelled, or otherwise abnormal? Your email address will not be published. She gets really sleepy so much so that her head will loll and wake her up. There is no treatment for Newcastle disease. Is she laying eggs normally? I’m not sure how to post pictures on here. While we may have thought this was an environmentally responsible and cute way to dispose of old or stale bread, offering bread to ducks is actually unhealthy and potentially dangerous for the birds, other wildlife, and even ourselves. However there are some notable things to be aware of. SHe couldnt hold it upright. She hasn’t ever payed eggs before so this would be her first. She seems to be relatively happy. Will this cause her more problems with laying? He even does this to a small degree while he’s eating. Sorry for the late reply. Feces (or faeces) is the solid or semisolid remains of food that was not digested in the small intestine, and has been broken down by bacteria in the large intestine. But if you’re not in the USA, it’s more likely. Remember birds are much smaller than humans so even small portions of human food can be very unhealthy for them. Avian Look closely under her feathers for signs of parasites. You’re sizzled by a high-voltage electric current of terror and When they’re in the yard they have a pool during non freezing weather that is dumped and refilled every other day and during freezing weather we put them in the bathtub for water time. terrified, and you need help. Pls i need assistance because it’s not the first and second i have three Muscovy duck but they all died as a result of sudden illness all of them had the same problem they can’t walk after they leyed egg which leads to their deaths i got confused because i have no idear the 1st & 2nd has 13 eggs while the 3th one have 6th eggs and they all died. You administering medication during which you should not consume either It’s when she is laying down that concerns me. Sorry for the late reply again, but I hope that helps! I talked with a vet and one was put on antibiotics for infected eye. Are her nares/nostrils clear? If she’s not using or moving it at all, it might be broken, in which case you will need to splint it and keep her in a small cage or pen. 2 Dabbling ducks, like the Pacific Black Duck (Anas superciliosa), are mainly vegetarian. Depending on what the normal room temperature is where the brooder is, you may not need a heat lamp at all anymore. If you're not feeding the ducks near a pond or other water source, put down a plastic container and pour some fresh water into it. If you’d like, you can send me a picture of her, and if she’s not mature yet, I should be able to guess her age. or not you see an area where you can improve, try not to blame I tried to make an area that was kind of hidden on the porch for her but she doesn’t really want anything to do with it. Schubert and Beethoven hadn’t had any greens for a few days when Schu did the green poop, so the poop couldn’t have been greens :/ Here’s how to humanely euthanize a duck or chicken. If the duck isn’t eating or drinking, you will have to force her at some point, probably via tube feeding. Seizures? The not pooping enough is happening consistently but the green poop was a one time thing so far. struck by lightning. Apple cider vinegar is another good addition. So, you either found a baby duck or multiple baby ducks, or you bought one at a feed store, and you need help. Contagious diseases can spread faster than a wildfire, and your entire flock could be dead overnight. Ducks should get plenty of fresh feed daily. Is the duckling pooping? Thank you for sharing this very useful experience, I will keep this for practical application for better chicken care. chance of error is much higher than a vet’s, and your treatment I’m not sure about him fluffing his feathers a lot. Finally, Here are a few tips on treatment and general Yogurt is also a good idea, but don’t give too much, as it can cause diarrhea in large quantities. She fluctuates between a solid looking mush, wet splats, and a mix between the two. i really need help, & cannot get any medical attention. Consider euthanasia. we feed him bread he loves it. Is this normal? . All you need to do is prepare a hospital bed for your sick duck, catch her and quarantine her, offer her food and water, examine her and determine her symptoms, consult a vet if you’re able, get a diagnosis, determine a treatment, give her all the tender loving care you can, and then just hope for everything to work out for the best. Adding electrolytes to the water is a good idea, as it can help alleviate stress, dehydration, heat exhaustion, diarrhea, and in general can improve the state of a sick duck. 2 Chapman R. & Jones D.N. Ease your panicked, lightning-struck We aren’t sure what happened to her leg. That’s normal, and I don’t think there’s much you can do about it. Commercial electrolyte replacement fluids (i.e., Pedialyte) will also help prevent dehydration - the biggest risk a sick bird faces. She tends to stay out of sight and mind he, Leo is such a happy puppy. Some people do their own necropsies. She seems from what I can tell to be trying to lay an egg. Other than the crankiness, biting and poop, she’s normal in every other way. You took her to get looked at–you mean you took her to a vet? This site uses cookies. Don’t procrastinate and let her suffer needlessly. Further research is needed to assess whether feeding ducks can cause ducks to become dependent on humans for food or abnormally increase the local population density. If you take the greens out of her diet for a few days and she keeps making green poop, then I think it’s likely something is wrong. access to one, or no access to one in the near vicinity. What is her diet? ), Artificial Incubation vs. Natural Incubation, 10 Effective Ways To Sex Your Muscovy Duck (With Pictures), Review of “Storey’s Guide to Raising Ducks”, Review of “The Small-Scale Poultry Flock”, I love Elvie's blue eyes. Completely avoid unhealthy (and potentially life-threatening) foodstuffs such as bread and other baked goods. Fortunately, to me, it doesn’t sound like she is. 19: 247-277. Feathers need a lot of protein. Ducks with botulism become paralysed, unable to eat and drown. If you have a medication that must be administered orally, here’s how. Ducks need water that is at least deep enough to submerge their entire head. Good luck! It may be too late, but please separate him until you’re sure she is no longer sick. Her more solid looking ones have like a whitish coat on them. yourself too much. There are pictures online of normal and abnormal poop so you can compare. well i got him in the beginning of july. your duck, You can also try chopping some greens into tiny pieces and putting it in the duckling’s water. Thus, administering water is the first step you should take, no matter what the situation is, and especially if you don’t know how long the duck has been unwell. I’m not an expert with duck health problems, so I can’t tell you what’s wrong. If it’s smelly, if there isn’t enough ventilation, that can be a major cause of respiratory problems. The SPCA is committed to helping with these issues, but we greatly appreciate … I know only what I have found through research about ducks, so my knowledge is extremely limited. Thanks Hannah for taken out of your precious time to reply my question. brain with this list of the things that you need to do, no matter For sick birds, Dr. Marshall recommends the following to hydrate and provide crucial nutrition to your bird patient. Schubert never did start laying again, and we didn’t really think anything of it because ducks don’t typically lay in winter until we started noticing how CRANKY she’s gotten since her molt; she side-necks us constantly now and BITES. Emergency Rescue Formula Alternatives Glucodin 5% (glucose powder) and hot water. Hopefully, 1. I don’t think it will hurt to try one of the antibiotics just in case it helps, but I’m not sure. Alternately, you can feed a non-medicated pellet designed for chickens or parrots. Keep If you make her a nest, try to make it dark and private. Is she vomiting, sneezing, coughing, panting excessively, or making any odd noises while breathing? It’s heartbreaking, especially if What should I do? Gastrointestinal obstruction is another possibility. Put some electrolytes in the water, as that can often help a weak duckling. death’s door, you might choose to leave her alone and just try to Force-feeding is necessary when the energy levels drop so low that the bird does not eat or drink and is in danger of dying. I hope she’s doing better already, or will recover soon! Ducks are between 24 and 28 inches tall and drakes can measure up to 32 inches. Many birders were first introduced to the joys of wildlife by feeding ducks bread at a local park or pond. He could have a clogged, underactive, or infected oil gland. Should I bed worried? happened. (Feel free to send me pictures/videos if you want. Many ducks like to dip their pellets in water while eating, and should have a bowl of fresh water nearby. Since you’re probably in a frantic frenzy and inclined to skim this article, keep in mind that most duck diseases are not going to result in death in a matter of ten minutes. I would love for you to look at photos of her and give me your opinion. I don’t know if it’s anything to be worried about, though. One more possibility is vitamin A deficiency: http://www.duckdvm.com/condition/vitamin-a-deficiency. by this point, you have at least a tentative diagnosis and have some being I did read that it’s not good to administer both at the same time as it may reduce the effectiveness of the amoxicillin, at least. I too think this sounds too severe to treat, if you can’t take her to a vet. any flock, no matter how well kept. I use what I normally get at the feed store to feed my duck…. of survival and start her on the path to recovery. Research that and see if you think the symptoms match. I didn’t think she would start laying anytime soon since her previous owner said she was about two months old. He might need extra protein. 4. Though, she occasionally checks out the nest but she has not shown any signs of brooding. Heat stress. Halfway though Schubert’s Molt, Beethoven started laying again, and has been doing so daily. I personally found three abandoned ducklings in the middle of a busy intersection, and I wanted to share with you how to … I’m not sure on her age and she has improved considerably since I took her in. Good luck! You’ll also need to have separate food and wat… A bacterial infection is the most likely possibility if something is indeed wrong, although some types of parasites can also cause problems like this. Another option, while not so easy but presumably equally humane, is ether: https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/the-chicken-worlds-worst-chore-culling-the-injured-and-sick-babies.72140/, Hi, I have this Muscovy that way laying awhile back before she was infested with a Newcastle disease by a drake I mated with. All three ducks 2 pekins and 1 indian runner have been eatting and drinking normally even the duck in question has been running around like a cheetah duck and exercising . 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Beyond that, if everything seems fine, I don’t think you need to be too worried, but do keep a close eye on her in case there are further developments. Is it drinking? how to cure a sick duck? Could it be she hasn’t fully recovered or it will take sometimes for her to start laying again. This can lead to them ingesting substances that are potentially toxic. She recommended trying electrolytes, which I’d ordered on the suggestion of another duck-keeping friend before phoning the out-of state vets so hopefully we’ll get it soon and it’ll help , Hello, recently my duck was attacked by a fox and her neck seemed damaged. important steps you must take with a sick duck to maximize her The next step is examining the duck closely. It’s normal for a duck to not always go broody. Any thoughts would be welcome. Feeding bread is a silly thing as ducks do not digest bread. I’m so sorry for the late reply. Good luck; I hope the ducks perk up soon. I dont know how though, a vet would be too expensive. However, if you must feed them, you should aim to minimise the risk of harm: Download the ‘Duck feeding’ information sheet. Any ideas? Is she drinking normally, less than normal, or even excessively? Mycoplasma: She just lays there, she cannot walk properly and is not able to eat, she takes water but not a lot. Anyone else, including you, is basically just guessing. sick duck care. Hi there, I have a 1 year old female duck who is having laboured breathing which you can see in her chest and her mouth has remained open. I’m just worried because until I can accommodate her better she is living on my porch. 2. Was she interacting with her flock members before you caught her? 1: Commercial Feed Commercial feed will compose the staple of your ducks’ diet, throughout their life. I was not aware until this occurred that ducks would lay eggs in the absence of a male and laying feed. Or are they dirty and ragged? You should be able to see straight through the nares. I recommend having a veterinarian with knowledge of avian veterinary care before you even start raising ducks, but if you don’t know an avian vet, now is the time to find one. The few that do are diseases for which there is no cure. Luckily, bird lovers can take simple steps to reduce risks. Even if you’re confident the disease isn’t contagious, pretty much any illness or disease warrants a hospital bed. Frantic for a solution I’ve scowerd the internet for all possible options picked up amoxicillin incase I needed it but I’m unsure if that is the route I should go. I have read about egg binding. meat or eggs from the bird, to avoid consuming drug residue. Sometimes ducklings don’t eat because they can’t poop. I have 15 Ducks and all have blocked noses. Ducks love fruit. Leave safe dead trees and hollowed limbs of live trees. Ducks can be astonishingly fast when they realize danger is hot on their fluffy feathered tails. Greens and worms are great supplements, but in order to have enough protein for egglaying, she needs to be eating a good balanced layer feed. It was better off left alone. I don’t know what to do!” You might not even know what Feeding a sick … The reason my girls are not laying is due to molting because they went back to laying after they are done and mated successfully with another drake. If you’re treating your duck at home, adding fresh garlic or oregano to the feed will boost her immune system. http://www.duckdvm.com/condition/egg-binding, Mr hannah I’m really appreciate for your comments thanks a lot. If you’ve already done a lot of research, I may not even be of much help.
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