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[PepperDuckMom]

Hello all, I think my little duckling had a heat stroke today. He's recovering very well, because I acted quick. But he won't eat. He has pooped, but it's very watery. He'll drink water every now and again, but will not eat. Is there anything I should get for him to help him recover better? I love this little duck, please help!

 

[TheYLWFlock]

How old? What’s the temp?

 

[PepperDuckMom]

He's 5 weeks old. I haven't measured his temp in a while but it's gone way way down. It's was about 90° out. He went all limp but he's moving again.

 

[TheYLWFlock]

Well if you can, get some energy into him by putting some sugar, nutri-drench or electrolytes into his water. Try feeding some moistened food with cooked egg yolk to him. Or maybe some plain yogurt. He might be more interested in those foods.

@Wyorp Rock @KikisGirls @casportpony might be able to help you more.

 

[house.of.ducks]

First off !! Ok if I were you I would give him a cool bath (not cold because you don’t want to shock him, maybe just a bit cooler than lukewarm) and throw a few of his favorite treats (meal warms, veggies, etc.) and are if he’ll eat that. If you have any save-a-chick electrolyte and vitamin supplements you could put in his water that may also help as they help keep ducks hydrated better and they always seem to perk up my ducks when something is up (they helped my duck when she was egg bound and my ducklings whenever they are a bit lethargic). Your main priority should be making sure he drinks a lot and trying to get him to eat a bit. Keep us posted

 

[Wyorp Rock]

I'm sorry to hear about your duckling. Unfortunately, I don't know enough about their care to make any suggestions.
I hope she feels better soon.

I will tag a few others for you @WVduckchick @Miss Lydia

 

[Miss Lydia]

@PepperDuckMom how is your duckling this morning?