Help!

[buffytheduck]

I have just today found something strange in my duckling's behaviour. They bend their neck all the way down so their bill is touching their underbelly, their body spasms in intervals, (I'm not sure if they're just breathing but it's better to be safe than sorry) and they walk backwards. This is my first time taking care of a duck so I can use all the help I can get. Thanks, Buffy the Duckling

 

[drumstick diva]

I'm not a duck person but, I have read that a niacin deficiency can occur in ducks and they have motor issues from it. Please post on the 'Emergencies, diseases,injuries, cures," thread.

Also go to the" Duck thread '"(put in search box) and get their opinion. You may also want to search "Niacin deficiency in ducklings"

 

[sunflour]

Welcome to BYC. So sorry you are having problems, and hope your ducks have a treatable problem.

 

[N F C]

Welcome to BYC!

I've never had ducks but hope the tips @drumstick diva gave you help.

Good luck to you & your duckling. It's nice to have you join us!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens! I am glad you joined us!

 

[nj2wv]

welcome to BYC !!