Mangled Duck Foot

[Ravynscroft]

Veterycin, definitely worried how it could possibly interact with the organs and sided on the cautious side because we had no idea what was really happening or if she was on her way to become septic.

Understandable, completely... I have used and would trust Veterycin in those types of situations... Blu Kote, I would not... there is also a Veterycin Eye Wash, which being for eyes is meant for much more sensitive areas if the regular still gives you pause...

 

[chickens really]

Understandable, completely... I have used and would trust Veterycin in those types of situations... Blu Kote, I would not... there is also a Veterycin Eye Wash, which being for eyes is meant for much more sensitive areas if the regular still gives you pause...

Awesome reply......

 

[Kiki to Nana]

Understandable, completely... I have used and would trust Veterycin in those types of situations... Blu Kote, I would not... there is also a Veterycin Eye Wash, which being for eyes is meant for much more sensitive areas if the regular still gives you pause...

Thank you I'll pick that up too, anything else you'd recommend to have in the med kit? Never had this situation before and hopefully never do but I'd like to be prepared.

 

[Ravynscroft]

We're having like 3 different conversations here....

Too true... and I apologize to the OP, @Laura szarkowicz I am sorry for the thread hijack there...

I respect @Amiga opinion and advice completely... but I don't think there could be any argument that not any one of us can see for sure exactly what is going on with the mangled foot... except the OP, who has in hand access... all that was being said/advised was to inspect the wound closer to find out if it had gotten infected after the original inspection... *if* infection is causing the swelling, then soaks alone will not be enough...

I hope this is clear? Kathy is just trying to make sure all bases are covered and if additional treatment/cleaning out of harmful things is needed, that it is recognized and treatment is adjusted for the welfare of the duck...

 

[Laura szarkowicz]

I don't believe the foot has puss...Just swelling...

No as of right now there doesn't seem to be any pus.. just the swelling.. before applying the blu-kote it did appear that the wound was healing quite nicely. I will at off the blu-kot when I redo his bandages and see how far along it has come. Yes, in the original photos, the wound was down to the tendons and bone.. which is when we immediately put him in an epsom soak, rinsed the wounds with hydrogen peroxide, covered with neosporin and wrapped with a roller gauze. Last night is when I really noticed the swelling starting around his ankle.. I just started him on left over antibiotics a few days ago. I'm not all that worried about the swelling going on in the toe, as like our own bodies, swelling is something the body does normally.. it's the swelling in the ankle that had no lacerations or other open wounds that is concerning.
This is the first time we are raising ducks. We had some last year but those actually ran away from their original pond into ours and we just took care of them.
I just want him to heal as fast and the best he can and we are trying extremely hard to help him.
I would like to the thank all of you for the advice you have given. Being a first time duck mama and papa having to go through something like this is hard and frustrating.

 

[Kiki to Nana]

No as of right now there doesn't seem to be any pus.. just the swelling.. before applying the blu-kote it did appear that the wound was healing quite nicely. I will at off the blu-kot when I redo his bandages and see how far along it has come. Yes, in the original photos, the wound was down to the tendons and bone.. which is when we immediately put him in an epsom soak, rinsed the wounds with hydrogen peroxide, covered with neosporin and wrapped with a roller gauze. Last night is when I really noticed the swelling starting around his ankle.. I just started him on left over antibiotics a few days ago. I'm not all that worried about the swelling going on in the toe, as like our own bodies, swelling is something the body does normally.. it's the swelling in the ankle that had no lacerations or other open wounds that is concerning.
This is the first time we are raising ducks. We had some last year but those actually ran away from their original pond into ours and we just took care of them.
I just want him to heal as fast and the best he can and we are trying extremely hard to help him.
I would like to the thank all of you for the advice you have given. Being a first time duck mama and papa having to go through something like this is hard.

I know that feeling. I admire everyones ability to nurse their own ducks back to health through something like that. I would have been to my vet immediately. I hope he starts doing better.

 

[DuckLady]

Everyone please remember to be helpful to the OP. You can all give your advice but it is up to the receiver to take what they need from it. Please do not argue amongst each other. That is not helpful.

@Laura szarkowicz , there is a POST at the top of the emergency section you might find helpful.
It says in part

Remember that we are not veterinarians. We help based on our own research and experiences.
We cannot monitor the board 24/7, and therefore do not guarantee we can always help, much as we would wish to.
We should never be a replacement if real medical attention is required.
If your situation seems to require a trip to the vet, please do so. It is always a good idea to know of an avian vet in your area in case your situation is bad enough that we cannot help. We encourage you to visit the Reference Forum and read up there before you need the information.

Everyone here is giving your the best advice they have, but only you have the details of the issue at hand and must make the determination of what is best for your duck.

If you have an avian vet nearby, I recommend that you at least call for advice as to whether you should take your duck in for a look.
Good luck!

 

[casportpony]

I thought I'd correct the above statement. Dosage recommended for Cephalexin is 100 mg/kg (1 kg = 2.2 lbs) every 4 hrs according to Avian medicine: Principles and Applications. That means a 5-6 lb chicken can receive 250 mg 2x a day 12 hours apart. Effective against staph and E.coli strains.

See above quote for dosage... maybe make just a spoonful of his feed wet, let it soak and get mushy, then mix the Cephalexin in it... give him that bit first before letting him free feed...

for him!

Thanks for posting this... somehow I missed it.

 

[casportpony]

Curiously, have all of you seen the pictures on a big computer screen? I ask because I think the seriousness of the wounds can missed if viewing picture on a small screen. Here are the first eight pictures enlarged so everyone can see the injuries a little better.
From post #1

 

[Kiki to Nana]

@casportpony

I feel like the whole thing was serious and I'd personally be freaking out but I tend to over think and always side with caution. Is it feasible for this ducks foot to fully recover? I just can't imagine doing it without a vet or having that type of experience.