Injured duck

[Cbutler]

We have a duck with lameness after getting caught in a rope. We have metacam and Rimadyl at home. Which is the go to and dosing?
I’m currently Covid positive so I can’t bring her into her vet for X-rays so I’m trying to make her comfortable until I can but I feel horrible for her

 

[Cbutler]

Her left leg (from looking at the picture” is actually fine. No swelling and she’s fully weight bearing on it. Gonna start Metacam and schedule xrays if that doesn’t work, have someone bring her for me

 

[Miss Lydia]

Try some Epson salt soaks. using warm water mixing in the Epsom salt. dose on the container. I use a bucket but since she isn't standing you can use a plastic dishpan I bought one for a dollar at dollar tree. A muscovy will fit in laying down and they can't get to the water to drink it which you don't want them doing since ES is also a laxative. I lay a towel over the top of them to keep them in while sitting with them. Hopefully taking Metacam and ES Soaks plus rest will get her back up and going. please keep us updated.

 

[Cbutler]

She's a big girl. What breed?

She’s a blue Swedish but she’s actually only 4 pounds. The picture is deceptive. @Miss Lydia fingers crossed. I’ll update in a few days. Thank you all

 

[Miss Lydia]

I'm sorry your positive. Can you post pics and please explain better her injuries.

this link will take you to dose for Metacam
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/metacam-for-hens.992486/

 

[Miss Lydia]

Look forward to it and hopefully a good update.

 

[Cbutler]

Anyone know if there is somewhere to get metacam over the counter just to have on hand? I have plenty for her and was able to find Baytril over the counter but just wanted to have some in my emergency duck kit

 

[Miss Lydia]

In the US it's by prescription
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/ibuprofen-for-controlling-pain-in-poultry.1250629/

 

[Cbutler]

Is it possible to order it elsewhere and ship it to the US?

 

[Crazy Maizie]

What is her issue? She can't move? I'm not sure about doses, but rest and plenty of fresh water should help. If you can, I would get her some nutri-drench to give her a boost. Is she eating?