Hello buff goose guy! I haven't been on in awhile either! My Rouen drake that was I'll did pull through and is still just as cute as ever. He tries to dominate everybody but is a complete gentleman when it comes to mating. Glad you stopped by to say hello.
That's funny! My ducks acted the same way until they got used to each other. They are different ages . I think it's funny how they're naughty when mommy is watching. Does anyone else's rouens seem to like other the other duck's feet? My Emmett likes to nibble on the girls' feet.
Last night I was soaking his little legs in epsom and clear drainage came from one eye. It wasn't foamy in any way. It looked like a tear but I know that's not possible. Giving him the tetracycline type antibiotic, he is definitely more with it but his leg still feels warm. Thanks for prayers.
Im going to go get him antibiotics Today . He is swimming in my garden tub with Vera right now but won't move that leg much. The swelling has gone down a little. Thanking the good Lord he is still here!
My Emmett with his little splint. We got Vera a few weeks after him and they are bonded I think. Vera hasn't left his side all day today. Excuse my messy floor, please. I couldn't sleep last night worrying about Emmett. A bit tired today. Emmett and I cuddled on the couch all night when I wasn't...
We do have a spring fed pond (lake size) but our geese and ducks won't go in alone. He has no evidence of any wounds . He is spoiled. Sleeps in tub until the duck pen is finished because my goose is mean to him. We keep them separate at ALL times. Now 4 days ago a mean (not mine!) kid thought it...
Please help someone. My beautiful 11 week old Rouen Drake has a swollen, hot leg. I looked for cuts/abrasions, he doesn't have any . He is eating and drinking ok just won't put any weight on that leg at all. It looks like the swelling might be worse around his "knee". I put ice on it for a few...