My duck won’t eat or drink

[Alleerenee]

I rescued a duck two days ago and he’s not eating or drinking, I have been trying to give him water through a dropper but it doesn’t seem to be working. Any ideas?

 

[quackiemama]

I will not be helpful as I do not have experience with this but there are several others here that will likely have some questions and good advice. @casportpony @Miss Lydia are always very helpful

 

[casportpony]

Welcome to BYC! The best way to give fluids is with a tube. Many people don't know this, but tubing is actually safer than trying to syringe fluids or food. If you want to learn, I can teach you.

But before you do that you need to place the duck in a warm room or cage, 80-85 degrees is ideal.

 

[quackiemama]

see? @casportpony aleady to the rescue!

 

[WannaBeHillBilly]

Go Team Tube Feeding, GO!

 

[quackiemama]

For real though? I hope to never have to tube feed but you know who I will be asking for advice if I ever do!!!

 

[Alleerenee]

How would I do the tube feeding? @casportpony