Gander just disappeared

[Artizen Farm]

So sad for your loss - if he managed to get to the other side of your barrier and couldn't get back, he might have wandered off or been "easy pickins" for a larger predator. I like to keep my free-range geese in a flock, they seem to cooperate in both child-rearing and defense. Requires plenty of grazing space, though.

 

[Hannahnic14]

We found him! He was hiding under an old tarp. He doesn't have any wounds, he's drinking and walking around. Seems to be in a bit of shock. I have him separated with his mate and his favorite chicken (don't ask lol) and he perked up.

 

[Silkie Princess]

We found him! He was hiding under an old tarp. He doesn't have any wounds, he's drinking and walking around. Seems to be in a bit of shock. I have him separated with his mate and his favorite chicken (don't ask lol) and he perked up.

I'm so glad you found him!

 

[Isadora]

Yay!

 

[Goosebaby]

A predator is likely unfortunatly, but the creek could also be a possibility, geese sometimes do wander, and they can get lost very very easily and keep wandering in the wrong directions.

You could try broadening the search area, and searching downstream, also ask people in your area if they’ve seen a gander or heard any unusual sounds.

 

[Goosebaby]

We found him! He was hiding under an old tarp. He doesn't have any wounds, he's drinking and walking around. Seems to be in a bit of shock. I have him separated with his mate and his favorite chicken (don't ask lol) and he perked up.

Just saw this update!! So glad to hear he’s safe!

 

[Hannahnic14]

Thanks everyone!! Not gonna lie, it's kinda my fault, the past few nights I've been lazy and haven't been closing them up in their electric fence to keep them safe. Guess who is gonna do that now!! We all need a good, swift kick in the pants sometimes.

 

[Hannahnic14]

I found him passed away in the coop this morning I'm guessing he died from shock/stress. I know everyone automatically thinks avian flu with stuff like this but he didn't display any avian flu symptoms and I havent had any unexplained sudden deaths. We havent had any cases in my state either thank goodness. Poor guy.... Fly high buddy, I hope you get to scream at hawks to your hearts content!!

 

[Isadora]

Oh no! What a tragic ending to a happy story. I'm so sorry.

 

[Hannahnic14]

Oh no! What a tragic ending to a happy story. I'm so sorry.

Thank you so much, he was such an important part of our flock.