Duck care...possible dehydration

[sourland]

Unless I read incorrectly, the duck was inside for a minimal period of time ? If so I would not hesitate to take her back outside.

 

[Welshies]

I wouldn't think a heat lamp would necessary for an adult duck in this situation . . it may possibly make it too warm making it even harder for it to acclimate back to the outdoors

It depends on the cold. And the climate.

 

[Welshies]

Ag

Unless I read incorrectly, the duck was inside for a minimal period of time ? If so I would not hesitate to take her back outside.

Agreed

 

[kathy lauver]

I assume the duck is an adult? Whereabouts are you located? Unless its sub-zero, I don't think it will be a problem to return her outside. I'd wait for the warmest time possible, hopefully the sun will be shining. Just keep an eye on her for a bit afterwards and make sure she returns to normal. The longer she stays inside, the longer it will take for her to acclimate back out though.

Thank you

Ducks actually need to be able to dip their entire beak in the water in order to clean out their nares (nostrils). I would not be using a nipple waterer at all for ducks. I'd switch to a rubber pan instead--if one of those freezes, you can flip it over and stomp on it to get rid of the ice.

Good luck and I hope she's completely recovered.

Thank you for your advice.

 

[kathy lauver]

Ag

Agreed

Thank you. Just didn't wa t to cause her more problems.

 

[chickens really]

You got great information..
@sourland is right. No need to worry about putting it back outside. It's still acclimated to the weather.
Start providing proper water bowls for them..
Best wishes.

 

[kathy lauver]

Thank you all for your support and advice. She is back outdoors, looking spry, and enjoying her new bucket for drinking! I am so relieved!

 

[shawluvsbirds]

Thank you all for your support and advice. She is back outdoors, looking spry, and enjoying her new bucket for drinking! I am so relieved!

ya a a! hope everything stays well for you and your ducks.