Duckling has one foot lame

[Ducktown]

Here's the thing. Yesterday a duckling hatched that was having issues standing and walking. As it was completely exhausted, I kept it warm and allowed it to rest.
This morning, it's full of energy and I've seen that one of his leg is lame. His foot is curled beneath it's belly and he hardly moves it. I hope it fixes itself in 24 hours.

Any suggestions how I can make it better? I know about niacin and duck feet. I will go and get some later. He is already snapping at anything that resembles food but doesn't show any interest in water. It's still early tho.

 

[house.of.ducks]

He seems healthy other than the leg. Just make sure he gets the niacin and it might correct itself. Even if it doesn’t, just make sure he eats and drinks and take good care of him. Since it’s early I wouldn’t worry about him not drinking just yet, but I would try dipping his beak in water every now and then just to remind him it’s there for him to drink. Good luck and keep us posted