Ducking has something wrong with beak

[Jcartmell]

Thank you all! Talked to my vet she thinks it is bone also. She gave me some stuff and said to keep an eye on it. Since his mouth doesn't form correctly she is not sure if he will live long. But we will try our best.

 

[Debs Flock]

Thanks for the update! Hope he heals right up!

 

[Miss Lydia]

Thanks for the update! Hope he heals right up!

X2!!

 

[Miss Lydia]

Thank you all! Talked to my vet she thinks it is bone also. She gave me some stuff and said to keep an eye on it. Since his mouth doesn't form correctly she is not sure if he will live long. But we will try our best.

Ducks are amazing creatures and can heal from some horrendous attacks, And some can adapt to handicaps so don't give up on this lil one..

@Jcartmell you might find this info interesting.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/750869/raising-and-caring-for-ducklings#post_10611711

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under Jcartmell

Welcome!

When greeting new members I usually say, I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

Even though they were not helping me, I just want to acknowledge all the ‘Duck folks’ that came to your assistance and showed just how true the above statement is!

Anyways, I do hope that your little one gives a good fight and beats the odds!

 

[drumstick diva]

Poor baby, I hope he will be okay. You can see the top covering has been broken off.

 

[Jcartmell]

When I called the company to tell them what was wrong with him they said they would take him back and I refused. I told them that if he's not going to make it he's at least going to have a good few days or if he lives I'm not going to have him live in a box. He's so cute. They offered me another one even though I am keeping Dobbie (the ducklings name). I hope he makes it.

 

[Debs Flock]

Hope all is well this morning. Love the name!

 

[Miss Lydia]

When I called the company to tell them what was wrong with him they said they would take him back and I refused. I told them that if he's not going to make it he's at least going to have a good few days or if he lives I'm not going to have him live in a box. He's so cute. They offered me another one even though I am keeping Dobbie (the ducklings name). I hope he makes it.

Hows the lil one eating? You might try making the feed soupy so he can drink it then make sure he washes his faces real well after. In the link I gave you there is a pic of a homemade waterer perfect for ducklings where they can keep their faces clean but can't get in and drown.

I am glad you are not sending him back . We're all pulling for him here.

 

[Teila]

I am glad you are not sending him back . We're all pulling for him here.

x 2

C'mon Dobbie, you can do this!