HI, I got ducks today to add to my chickens and when the owner picked up one of the drakes it struggled so much the owner accidentally broke the drakes leg. I felt so bad as he was going to kill the drake otherwise, that I brought the drake home. there is an obvious break at the knee joint. I can feel one bone that is broken just above the knee and he is unable to stand on it. I have read other posts with the storey's guide recommendations. I would have to use something larger than popsicle sticks, My question is should I splint it straight from the hip to the ankle, or should it be splinted with a bend at the joint? Any help would be appreciated. This was a hard intro to ducks. The other drake and 2 hens are resting in a broody box so they can adjust to the new home. Thanks in advance.
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