Heathermc12
Hatching
- Jun 7, 2023
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Hey I am new to this forum and wanted to explain what’s going on. I was given a duck by a friend who assumed she was “deformed” for a good while before contacting her dogs vet and seeing by text only it was likely niacin deficiency. The legs are pretty bowed it’s both legs. Since I’ve had her, I’ve been giving her 100 mg of plain Niacin in a regular bowl of water due to it looking bad and it being a while without treatment. It’s been about 2 weeks and I’ve gotten no luck. I want to try Duvet B Complex to see if that would help but I’m confused with the dosing because it says 1 ml per 100 pounds? What’s a good dose for a 4ish pound duck?
I’d like to add that I am beginning to think it’s just how she was born due to the fact one wing is longer than the other she seems a little different. I will add also that she does try her hardest to stand and walk. She does not refuse to move she tries her best. I am no where near a vet but planning to make a trip but I don’t want to waste any more time with her treatment if I can. ANY suggestions y’all have is appreciated. I’ve been tirelessly scrounging google and doing my absolute best over here. I give her high protein food, feed her salads with fruit and peas everyday, and let her swim for exercise which she loves.
Looking into brewers yeast as well, what’s the best brand???? I DO have other ducks but this is my first time dealing with something like this and I’m really beating myself up over this
I’d like to add that I am beginning to think it’s just how she was born due to the fact one wing is longer than the other she seems a little different. I will add also that she does try her hardest to stand and walk. She does not refuse to move she tries her best. I am no where near a vet but planning to make a trip but I don’t want to waste any more time with her treatment if I can. ANY suggestions y’all have is appreciated. I’ve been tirelessly scrounging google and doing my absolute best over here. I give her high protein food, feed her salads with fruit and peas everyday, and let her swim for exercise which she loves.
Looking into brewers yeast as well, what’s the best brand???? I DO have other ducks but this is my first time dealing with something like this and I’m really beating myself up over this