Hi Sampy, how about something like Amazon. I was just on there a few weeks ago looking at all these vet needs (thinking about ordering them preemptively, but still haven't). For example, I can order veterycin on Amazon.
I don't have much experience with bumble foot, but I've done a little research on this forum. If that is the beginnings of bumble foot on Whistles' feet, it doesn't look too bad right now. You might be able to completely treat him with epsom salt soaks or compresses. Someone on this thread will...
She's lovely!
I don't have much experience with ducks and I've only had runners (all the same breed and never muscovies), but I bet Whistles won't be concerned with her breed... especially since she's part muscovy anyways. I've seen flocks that are very mixed and the ducks seem to do great...
Yay! Haha, I also get emotional about poo! Right now, someone in my flock has little tiny poops which causes me worry. So I'm just observing their behavior and will be absolutely delighted at the sight of big healthy poos!
(Gross? Probably. Weird? Definitely.)
Hi Sampy,
I just wanted to say that I love your story! Whistles is such a beautiful duck, so glad you rescued him and are giving him a chance to live a happy life!
Supplementing his diet with extra vitamins, particularly niacin (vitamin B3) could slow, stop or reverse the spraddle leg. Here's...