Duck Sick HELP 911!

[woodsman100]

Could the one in question have been bitten by something? snake, etc? Or eaten anything it shouldn't? Toxins, etc?

They are too young yet to be outside. They are in my basement still growing. They have been in the same pen their entire life.

 

[WVduckchick]

They are too young yet to be outside. They are in my basement still growing. They have been in the same pen their entire life.

Maybe an injury? Do they all get along?
Is the feed fresh? I've bought stale feed right off the shelf, so I'm not accusing you, just asking.
Is it eating, drinking, pooping ok? Does the poop look normal?

Going to tag @casportpony for her thoughts also.

 

[woodsman100]

Maybe an injury? Do they all get along?
Is the feed fresh? I've bought stale feed right off the shelf, so I'm not accusing you, just asking.
Is it eating, drinking, pooping ok? Does the poop look normal?

Going to tag @casportpony for her thoughts also.

Everyone was getting along fine. All of them have been growing and fun little ducklings. Feed was fresh. No mold or anything like that. Water was changed daily. It was eating and drinking and pooping normal. Since this has started it has been eating but we have yet to see a poop pile so cant detail on that. It still has energy and spunk but just acts crazy.

 

[CayugaJana]

There are several things that can cause neurological issues. Which is what you are describing. It can be genetic, tumors, infection, ingested some sort of toxin, or nutrient deficient. All of these could explain why only 1 is having problems. I don’t think it’s a toxin or infection as they are pretty lethargic with these. And from what you said, it still tries to act normal despite the tremors or seizures. If it’s genetic, there isn’t a lot you can do about it. But I may have an idea on that if it comes to it. That leaves tumors or nutrient deficient. How are the eyes. Pupils the same size? Blinking normal?

Nutri drench is a concentrated poultry liquid vitamin. If it is a vitamin deficiency, it is easy to treat. I’ve seen it in my flock. If you have a feed store near you, we can find you something to give them. If it needs extra vitamins, you will know within a few days to a week if it’s the problem. And is a common issue seen here on BYC.

 

[woodsman100]

There are several things that can cause neurological issues. Which is what you are describing. It can be genetic, tumors, infection, ingested some sort of toxin, or nutrient deficient. All of these could explain why only 1 is having problems. I don’t think it’s a toxin or infection as they are pretty lethargic with these. And from what you said, it still tries to act normal despite the tremors or seizures. If it’s genetic, there isn’t a lot you can do about it. But I may have an idea on that if it comes to it. That leaves tumors or nutrient deficient. How are the eyes. Pupils the same size? Blinking normal?

Nutri drench is a concentrated poultry liquid vitamin. If it is a vitamin deficiency, it is easy to treat. I’ve seen it in my flock. If you have a feed store near you, we can find you something to give them. If it needs extra vitamins, you will know within a few days to a week if it’s the problem. And is a common issue seen here on BYC.

Thanks for the quick reply. Yes it really is trying to act normal. Since this has started I've put him back on vitamins adding a powder to the water. It has only been a day and haven't seen any improvement. I'm hoping it makes a turning point the longer its on the vitamin water. Is that nutra drench specific to birds or is there something a larger animal uses I could substitute. Our farm store doesn't carry specific meds for birds.

 

[CayugaJana]

What kind of vitamins are you giving it right now? Do you have a label I can look at?

 

[aart]

We are feeding them Game bird starter (chick starter) crumb

Does this have the niacin ducks need?

 

[woodsman100]

Does this have the niacin ducks need?

I will look when I get home. Shouldn't they all have issues if it lacks though?

 

[CayugaJana]

I will look when I get home. Shouldn't they all have issues if it lacks though?

No. It’s actually common for 1 or two to have problems and the others are fine. It all depends on their ability to absorp and make the vitamins.

 

[WVduckchick]

A video of the duckling could be helpful also, if you can get one. You'll need to upload it to youtube, vimeo, etc, then embed here.