Injured 4w duckling

[Lindz89m]

we have 2 ducks and last night one of them got closed in the door by our toddler. He is not walking and I’m really worried. We put him in warm water today and he tried to swim but was unable. Any suggestions on how to help him? He’s still eating, drinking water and pooping. No signs of blood in his poo. We’re giving him spinach and lots of worms. Thank you!

 

[DuckyDonna]

I think you need to stop the spinach! It's probably doing exactly the opposite of what you want it to do. It affects the calcium uptake I believe. @Miss Lydia am I right on this?

Get some B-complex at Tractor Supply and get him started on that right away 1ml over a treat so that he gets all of it and rest.

 

[Lindz89m]

I think you need to stop the spinach! It's probably doing exactly the opposite of what you want it to do. It affects the calcium uptake I believe. @Miss Lydia am I right on this?

Get some B-complex at Tractor Supply and get him started on that right away 1ml over a treat so that he gets all of it and rest.
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What do you suggest as a treat?

 

[Lindz89m]

Will these work?

 

[Knighstar679]

Frozen peas are always a big hit. Can he move his leg? @casportpony is likely the best to chime in here for advice. She gave me good information when my duckling broke his leg last year.

 

[Lindz89m]

He can move the leg but isn’t walking

 

[Miss Lydia]

Possibly a fracture or just an soft tissue injury. Rest and the liquid b over something yummy like what you showed 1 ml daily or dried meal worms.

 

[DucksOhio]

What do you suggest as a treat?

PEAS! For the young, microwave frozen peas in water until thawed (not hot), then purée with water in a blender.

Unfortunately, spinach is not good for ducks.