Duck was bitten by a dog

[lilysmith]

Hello all! My poor pekin drake was bitten by a dog. He was bitten near his crop, which is why I think he doesn’t want to eat anything! He’s been to see the vets but they didn’t seem keen on trying to stich it, so we’re going to see how he goes. He’s on anti-inflammatories and anti-biotics.

The main thing I am worried about is his hesitancy to eat and drink. He only eats when I hand feed him peas, and he has refused anything else. I need him to eat more so that he heals quickly, does anyone have any suggestions? I’ve tried corn, seed, pellets, wet pellets, oats and honey, worms. Should i try electrolytes?? If anyone has any suggestions let me know! Should I invest in a poultry multi-vitamin liquid? He is a beautiful duck and I will do anything to help him survive!

 

[ruthhope]

Hello all! My poor pekin drake was bitten by a dog. He was bitten near his crop, which is why I think he doesn’t want to eat anything! He’s been to see the vets but they didn’t seem keen on trying to stich it, so we’re going to see how he goes. He’s on anti-inflammatories and anti-biotics.

The main thing I am worried about is his hesitancy to eat and drink. He only eats when I hand feed him peas, and he has refused anything else. I need him to eat more so that he heals quickly, does anyone have any suggestions? I’ve tried corn, seed, pellets, wet pellets, oats and honey, worms. Should i try electrolytes?? If anyone has any suggestions let me know! Should I invest in a poultry multi-vitamin liquid? He is a beautiful duck and I will do anything to help him survive!

I avoid stitching dog bites -- in humans as well as ducks -- as the bites are commonly infected. It's better that any infection can get out.

I do give injured ducks Pedialyte [preferably the colorless and flavorless preparation that I have only found at Walmart] with added Rooster Booster Poultry cell in the Pedialyte, in place of drinking water. You are doing good getting peas down your little guy. Keep offering treats. His appetite will come back as he gets better.

Keep us updated on progress

 

[KathiQuacks]

When my girl got attacked by a hawk, she ate nothing but worms and “soup” (blended feed, treats, and electrolytes, strained to remove any chunks) for about 1 week. Then, she suddenly ate a whole bunch of dry feed all at once. Your boy will get there.

I agree it’s very good that he’s eating peas. And to use electrolytes / soup in place of water. Good he has the medication, too.