Duckling with swollen neck

[chickens really]

Best wishes...I hope it all goes well..​

 

[casportpony]

So while I think sticking a needling in it and trying to aspirate some gunk is a *very* good idea, it's been my experience that the pus is too firm and cheese like, so one might not be able to aspirate any goo.

Hopefully those of you that know me know that I am not being judgmental or criticizing you, I'm just saying that needle aspiration might not produce anything.

This is what think it might look like:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/bumble-breast-breast-blister-graphic-pictures.1096276/

 

[Miss Lydia]

I think you right Kathy .

 

[Cyber]

Some bad news, everyone.

Quip quickly got a lot worse today. We rushed them to the vet... but they didn’t make it.

Still, thanks for all your suggestions on how to help.

 

[Miss Lydia]

I am so sorry. Did they say what was wrong? And sorry to ask so many questions but how many since you say they?

 

[shawluvsbirds]

Some bad news, everyone.

Quip quickly got a lot worse today. We rushed them to the vet... but they didn’t make it.

Still, thanks for all your suggestions on how to help.

So sorry for your loss

 

[chickens really]

I'm interested to hear what the Vet said...
Poor thing isn't suffering though.

 

[casportpony]

I am so very sorry for your loss.

 

[shawluvsbirds]

I am so sorry. Did they say what was wrong? And sorry to ask so many questions but how many since you say they?

I believe she said she was only referring to it as "they" because she didn't know it's gender.

 

[Cyber]

Yes, I only referred to Quip as they since I was unaware of their gender. (Also, I myself am male)

The vet said it was a problem with their crop, a lot worse then crop problems usually were. They did say there was a procedure that might save them, but the chances were slim and it would likely be painful.