Do I remove more “junk” from my poor Pekin’s leg?

[Muscovy Wunda]

Sally does seem like she’s doing OK. She was eating voraciously this morning and then she came charging out of the shed with her limp which she is used to dealing with. The vet did not even give us antibiotics to try and fight this infection and now I’m questioning why that is. She just kept saying that there was nothing we could do. I wish I had asked more about why that is and all she said is because the infection is in the bone. And yet the Internet has some reports of very aggressive antibiotic treatment to kill that kind of infection. The vet is worried about sepsis which is an organ failure of sorts that is a terrible way to die. And yet Sally seems so content with life right now. I think I will try and consult a specialist on Monday with the idea that if she is going into sepsis, she can be euthanized.

It could be your vet doesn't do alot of work with poultry, and to most people a duck is just a duck, not considered a pet or companion so most would just go easy way about it. If you can get access to a bird vet (I want to call them an avarian vet but don't think that's right) they may give you a completely different opinion. Sounds like you have a great plan

 

[Dani loves ducks]

It could be your vet doesn't do alot of work with poultry, and to most people a duck is just a duck, not considered a pet or companion so most would just go easy way about it. If you can get access to a bird vet (I want to call them an avarian vet but don't think that's right) they may give you a completely different opinion. Sounds like you have a great plan

thank you for the info. Sally is so special. i would love to see her beat this infection. I'm looking into intravenous antibiotic treatment for her today. Was your duck's leg amputated? I wonder if there's a lot of pain and other issues with going that route.

 

[Rowsducks]

Sally does seem like she’s doing OK. She was eating voraciously this morning and then she came charging out of the shed with her limp which she is used to dealing with. The vet did not even give us antibiotics to try and fight this infection and now I’m questioning why that is. She just kept saying that there was nothing we could do. I wish I had asked more about why that is and all she said is because the infection is in the bone. And yet the Internet has some reports of very aggressive antibiotic treatment to kill that kind of infection. The vet is worried about sepsis which is an organ failure of sorts that is a terrible way to die. And yet Sally seems so content with life right now. I think I will try and consult a specialist on Monday with the idea that if she is going into sepsis, she can be euthanized.

How’s she doing?

 

[Dani loves ducks]

How’s she doing?

Thank you for asking! She is doing great! We go to a farm animal vet on Thursday. It's the closest I'm going to get as far as finding an avain specialist. He said he's willing to proceed with antibiotic treatment in order to try something. I hope he feels the same way after examining her and seeing her x-ray. She has a dislocated leg at the infection site, so we'll see. At least I can have peace that I'm getting a second opinion and in the mean time, she is enjoying her life. She manages her leg well and continues to eat, drink, swim (when I put her in the pool, daily) and i dig her up fresh worms every day. Fingers crossed for Thursday!

 

[RosemaryDuck]

Thank you for asking! She is doing great! We go to a farm animal vet on Thursday. It's the closest I'm going to get as far as finding an avain specialist. He said he's willing to proceed with antibiotic treatment in order to try something. I hope he feels the same way after examining her and seeing her x-ray. She has a dislocated leg at the infection site, so we'll see. At least I can have peace that I'm getting a second opinion and in the mean time, she is enjoying her life. She manages her leg well and continues to eat, drink, swim (when I put her in the pool, daily) and i dig her up fresh worms every day. Fingers crossed for Thursday!

So glad she's doing good! Please keep us updated. We're all rooting for her!

 

[Dani loves ducks]

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So glad she's doing good! Please keep us updated. We're all rooting for her!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!! Will do! I so appreciate the words of encouragement!

 

[Auntiejessi3]

 

[Rowsducks]

Thank you for asking! She is doing great! We go to a farm animal vet on Thursday. It's the closest I'm going to get as far as finding an avain specialist. He said he's willing to proceed with antibiotic treatment in order to try something. I hope he feels the same way after examining her and seeing her x-ray. She has a dislocated leg at the infection site, so we'll see. At least I can have peace that I'm getting a second opinion and in the mean time, she is enjoying her life. She manages her leg well and continues to eat, drink, swim (when I put her in the pool, daily) and i dig her up fresh worms every day. Fingers crossed for Thursday!

Good luck

 

[Stipenvlerk]

Keep my fingers crossed for you! All the best!

 

[Wild-Turkey]

I have the opportunity to get two female Muscovys.

Hi, I don’t wanna be rude but Muscovies aren’t technically ducks and Mallard-derived ducks can’t communicate with them, so it would be just as bad as being by himself. It’s also a good idea to have at least five hens per drake.

I personally would cull a duck if they’ve gotten to the point of bone infection due to how excruciatingly painful it is, especially if the leg is dislocated. Even if the infection clears she could have lifelong issues due to the dislocation. Being a Pekin, there is a smaller chance of healing to a point of comfort due to her extra weight.
That being said, I hope the best for you and your birds.