My Duck can’t Walk anymore

[Miss Lydia]

If at all possible I would rec. you get Liquid B complex from TSC and start her on it. 1 ml daily it works so much better than just niacin by itself when one has a problem.
She may have some nerve damage just hard to say. But a vet could give you Meloxicam for inflammation and pain and then the Liquid B complex for support.

 

[Mysteriioo]

So I had two ducks, a few weeks ago the male attacked my female duck and sadly she hasn’t been able to walk since, it looks like her tail feathers were ripped out and she has since stopped bleeding but her butt still has no feathers and she still struggles to walk let alone stand still. I immediately separated them but I don’t know what to do to help, I’ve cleaned her and often spray Blue Kote on the wound but it’s been three weeks and she doesn’t seem to be improving very much.
I’ve checked her feet and legs multiple times for injuries and have been adding niacin and oyster shell to her food but nothing else seems to be working.

 

[Mysteriioo]

Can you post pics of feet and legs?

Posted some!

 

[Mysteriioo]

What kind of niacin are you using and how? Do you see any swelling or feel any heat coming from her feet up to her legs. You'll need to get her moving around as soon as possible. How long has she been unable to walk? Have you felt along her neck and spine to see if she reacts in pain to anything or if anything feels different to you? If he is still able to get at her, maybe he is doing further damage. Hopefully he's unable to reach her. I agree that an experienced Avian vet would be her best bet at this point. Poor hen. What breed are they and how old?

Hi, I’m using Brewers yeast powder, I’ve been sprinkling some in her water. She’s been unable to walk for about 2-3 weeks now. I’ve checked her numerous times bill to toe and she doesn’t seem to feel pain besides her tail. As soon as I found her injuries I separated them and decided to rehome him about a week ago. She is a Jumbo Pekin

 

[Miss Lydia]

Brewers yeast isn't going to give her what she needs now. Once they have an injury or a deficiency they really need the liquid B complex. you can put it over a yummy treat just enough that she eats the whole thing so you know she is getting the full dose of liquid b
Being a jumbo Pekin they can have serious leg issues anyway because of their weight.
Have you let her be in a nice warm tub of water for exercise? can she move her legs normally when in water?

 

[CoriM]

Miss Lydia's suggestion about a tub of lukewarm water is a great one. Also, oyster shells should be offered on the side, not added to the food. If she needs the calcium she will choose to eat them. A vet really might be the best option for her.

 

[CoriM]

Also, is she an only duck now? She might be depressed if that's the case. She will need a duck friend.

 

[Mysteriioo]

Can you take her to a vet to understand what she needs in order to heal? A male needs at least 4 females so that they don't get hurt/overmated. You may need to rethink your situation. It's not in the best interest of ducks to be raised indoors. What they need and love is an outdoor situation where they can forage and swim. If you can't provide this you might want to consider rehoming them, if you truly care about what's best for them

I don’t have the funds to take her to a vet, I’m looking into taking her to a rescue center because I do agree with what you said. They were given to me as gifts and I’ve been trying to take care of them as best as I can, but now I feel like I’ve done the best I could and would want her to get better as soon as possible, even if it means having to give her up.

 

[Mysteriioo]

Also, is she an only duck now? She might be depressed if that's the case. She will need a duck friend.

She is an only duck as of now, I planned on getting her a baby once she got better but as of now my main focus is to get her stable first.

 

[Mysteriioo]

Miss Lydia's suggestion about a tub of lukewarm water is a great one. Also, oyster shells should be offered on the side, not added to the food. If she needs the calcium she will choose to eat them. A vet really might be the best option for her.

Yes! I’ve been bathing her every so often and just recently took her out of a bath. I’m planning on taking her to a rescue center soon!