HELP MY DUCKLING

[Weeg]

They were an jmpulse buy of my brother I bought chicks and researched them before hand so I know more about chicks and raising them but when I bought the chicks my brother Impulsively bought the ducks I kept telling him he should research but he didn't care after a while of having them he was tired of them so he neglected them and stopped caring for them and so I took them in and did my best to research which was one of the reasons I got this app to ask questions and I believe I've only had them for two nights and this is the third night I found out he gave them the wrong feed which was for 22 week old layers which I had to switch them but I didn't have food and I couldn't get food until Monday tomorrow so I gave them oatmeal instead and these people think the duckling has a deficiency which I hope because I can help it but if jts something else no one knows I'll be upset---and yes my dads a bit unusual imagine that but with kids too ):

I'm so sorry. You did the right thing, and you're continuing to do everything right. Good job taking over their care, I think your doing an amazing job. A big pat on the back to you, you are doing a fantastic job taking care of them, and its so sweet of you to do this. Keep up the good work, you got this. Sending virtual hugs.

 

[New duck mommy 2021]

Possibly but how could I help that with home equip lt do you have any clue or no

Found this on another post on here
Does he get back up after an episode ?

Here is an article from Kimberly Link about seizures. It is from the Majestic Waterfowl newsletter.

"Lifelong seizures are often the result of neurological disorders, which can be genetic, but are more likely the result of a brain or spinal accident that occurred while they were still inside their egg, or the result of an early life injury caused by mishandling (children who hold on too tight), dropping or falling.
The sudden onslaught of seizures in adult ducks and geese is most commonly the result of some kind of poisoning (see our June 2013 Newsletter for detailed information),but other causes may include: injury, tumors, cancer, malnutrition, heatstroke, organ failure and contagious disease.
If your duck or goose is experiencing seizures it's vital that they receive immediate vet care.
To keep your pet's strength up until you arrive at your vet's office, you can give adult birds that weigh more than 3 pounds a 6 ml dose of Karo syrup immediately following each seizure, but remember, this is not a cure. You and your vet will need to determine the cause of the seizures and the appropriate treatment regime."

 

[Jimdeau]

Found this on another post on here
Does he get back up after an episode ?

Here is an article from Kimberly Link about seizures. It is from the Majestic Waterfowl newsletter.

"Lifelong seizures are often the result of neurological disorders, which can be genetic, but are more likely the result of a brain or spinal accident that occurred while they were still inside their egg, or the result of an early life injury caused by mishandling (children who hold on too tight), dropping or falling.
The sudden onslaught of seizures in adult ducks and geese is most commonly the result of some kind of poisoning (see our June 2013 Newsletter for detailed information),but other causes may include: injury, tumors, cancer, malnutrition, heatstroke, organ failure and contagious disease.
If your duck or goose is experiencing seizures it's vital that they receive immediate vet care.
To keep your pet's strength up until you arrive at your vet's office, you can give adult birds that weigh more than 3 pounds a 6 ml dose of Karo syrup immediately following each seizure, but remember, this is not a cure. You and your vet will need to determine the cause of the seizures and the appropriate treatment regime."

I called the vet about it and they told me that their windpipe was damaged and they couldn't do anything about it but if it's seizures then could that be a lot more hopeful

 

[New duck mommy 2021]

I called the vet about it and they told me that their windpipe was damaged and they couldn't do anything about it but if it's seizures then could that be a lot more hopeful

How did the windpipe get damaged ?

 

[Jimdeau]

How did the windpipe get damaged ?

I think its when I found one of the ducklings sitting on his neck when I found him he was on the ground in the position so possibly it wasn't the weight but instead he had a seizure and the duckling sat on him cuz it was near the feed? I don't know

 

[Weeg]

I called the vet about it and they told me that their windpipe was damaged and they couldn't do anything about it but if it's seizures then could that be a lot more hopeful

Is a vet an option? If it is, then making an appointment may not be a bad idea. At least as backup encase he gets worse. I hope more experienced members come to help soon.

 

[Weeg]

I think its when I found one of the ducklings sitting on his neck when I found him he was on the ground in the position so possibly it wasn't the weight but instead he had a seizure and the duckling sat on him cuz it was near the feed? I don't know

Does he breath alright for the most part? Can you ask the ver about possible seizures? Maybe they have more suggestions for that.

 

[BattyAngel]

They have very fragile necks... I lost my first female that way. If it's alive, keep it warm. You can use your fingertip or a straw to give it water. Just a little bit at a time. Keep any other ducklings away from it. If the little duckling is injured they could make it worse. If it doesn't get up and start moving in a couple of hours, that would be a bad sign. It may have a broken neck and be paralyzed, or it may be a bad strain. Only a veterinarian can say for certain. I would contact one first thing in the morning.

 

[Jimdeau]

I called the vet about it and they told me that their windpipe was damaged and they couldn't do anything about it but if it's seizures then could that be a lot more hopefu

Is a vet an option? If it is, then making an appointment may not be a bad idea. At least as backup encase he gets worse. I hope more experienced members come to help soon.

Yes! I asked my mom to drive me to the vet tomorrow so hopefully everything will work out

 

[Jimdeau]

They have very fragile necks... I lost my first female that way. If it's alive, keep it warm. You can use your fingertip or a straw to give it water. Just a little bit at a time. Keep any other ducklings away from it. If the little duckling is injured they could make it worse. If it doesn't get up and start moving in a couple of hours, that would be a bad sign. It may have a broken neck and be paralyzed, or it may be a bad strain. Only a veterinarian can say for certain. I would contact one first thing in the morning.

Okay thank you also how long should I keep watch on him during the night? It's a school night so I need at least 4 hours of sleep but how many times should I check up tonight?