Is it genetics?

[Susan S]

I have two geese and one duck who have lived happily together for a year, wandering over the yard and fields during the day, but put to bed at night to protect them from Mr Fox. I noticed the younger of the geese (about 18 to 24 mths old), about two weeks ago 'collapsing' when I went to put them into bed, it was as if the legs had given way, after about 4-5 mins she got up and went into bed, was a bit wobbly, but showed no signs of distress etc. The next day she was completely back to normal. This has now happened for the 3rd time. Again she showed no signs of distress, but it took longer before she eventually went into bed and this morning (its now after 11am, she still has not come out of their house, although she was at least standing when I checked 5 mins ago. I spoke to a local vet who said it could be a nerve causing the problem and that if this is the case, she should hopefully improve through time, but I feel she is getting worse, although looks and acts as though well!! Does anyone have any experience of this - I would hate to see her get worse. I would appreciate any experiences shared on this matter.

 

[Miss Lydia]

I have two geese and one duck who have lived happily together for a year, wandering over the yard and fields during the day, but put to bed at night to protect them from Mr Fox. I noticed the younger of the geese (about 18 to 24 mths old), about two weeks ago 'collapsing' when I went to put them into bed, it was as if the legs had given way, after about 4-5 mins she got up and went into bed, was a bit wobbly, but showed no signs of distress etc. The next day she was completely back to normal. This has now happened for the 3rd time. Again she showed no signs of distress, but it took longer before she eventually went into bed and this morning (its now after 11am, she still has not come out of their house, although she was at least standing when I checked 5 mins ago. I spoke to a local vet who said it could be a nerve causing the problem and that if this is the case, she should hopefully improve through time, but I feel she is getting worse, although looks and acts as though well!! Does anyone have any experience of this - I would hate to see her get worse. I would appreciate any experiences shared on this matter.

Could be a nerve but why not get some "plain" niacin not time released or flush free about 250-500mgs and start mixing with her water. at least a gallon of water. you'll have to ask for the plain it will be behind the counter, she could have a niacin deficiency and it's just now showing up, very inexpensive way of finding out and maybe helping her over it. also Brewers yeast sprinkled over feed is another way of giving the xtra B's and RURU recc green peas, my goose loves them my gander won't touch them so I'd say peas along with either niacin or BY> Hopefully it will be this simple because usually within a few days of treatment you see improvement. and

please let us know how she is doing.

 

[Majd]

I say niacin deficiency too...I think miss Lydia gave you all the tricks... keep us posted. ..